Paralegal, Professional Conduct

Location: Charlottesville VA (Hybrid 23 days in office)

Do you enjoy working on complex legal documentation where precision truly matters Are you someone who takes pride in getting every detail right Looking for a role where your work directly contributes to high-stakes regulatory and disciplinary outcomes

Were looking for a Paralegal to join our Professional Conduct team supporting the integrity and enforcement of CFA Institutes global Code and Standards. This is not a traditional administrative paralegal role. It is a highly detail-driven position focused on the preparation review and quality assurance of legal case materials working closely with Enforcement Counsel and investigators across the full case lifecycle.

What Youll Do

• Prepare and support the development of legal filings briefs and structured case documentation

• Review documents for accuracy including citation checking formatting consistency and cross-referencing

• Ensure all materials meet high standards before submission including proofreading and redacting sensitive information

• Support case management activities including document organisation preservation and production

• Manage multiple concurrent cases proactively tracking deadlines and ensuring timely high-quality submissions

• Work closely with investigators and Enforcement Counsel across the full lifecycle of disciplinary cases

• Contribute to the improvement of processes policies and documentation standards

What Were Looking For

• Experience in a litigation support or paralegal role within a law firm government agency or similar environment

• Proven experience preparing and reviewing legal documents filings or structured case materials

• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong track record in proofreading citation checking and document quality control

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases prioritise effectively and maintain control of deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to identify inconsistencies missing information and potential risks within legal documentation

• Understanding of legal or regulatory processes including filings procedural rules and deadline management

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear accurate and professional documentation

• Comfortable working independently with a high level of accountability while collaborating effectively with stakeholders

• Proficiency with document management systems and legal technologies (e.g. Onit Salesforce Microsoft Office Adobe)

• Paralegal certification and/or Associates degree or equivalent relevant experience

Why Join Us

• Own end-to-end case documentation rather than fragmented administrative tasks

• Work directly with experienced attorneys and enforcement professionals

• Build advanced legal drafting and document quality expertise

• Gain exposure to global regulatory and disciplinary matters

At CFA Institute we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position: Expected salary range: $70000 - $80000 per year. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus a 12% employer contribution to a 401(k) plan and a comprehensive medical benefits package.

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About CFA Institute

CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200000 charterholders across 160 markets we drive professional growth ethical behavior and better markets. We care about our employees well-being offering industry-leading benefits like:

• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family

• Generous leave and time off

• Competitive retirement plans

• Flexible work options

• Wellness education and support programs

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career we encourage you to click Apply and complete our three-minute application.

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