Paralegal, Compliance & Investigations

WeWork is seeking a Lead, Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal support across our global Compliance & Investigations functions. This global role is designed for a curious and motivated recent college graduate with interest in compliance and investigations issues who has strong people, communication, and organizational skills. The new Paralegal will support the day-to-day operations of our global compliance and investigations programs. For Compliance, the Paralegal will help maintain the team’s day-to-day operations in responding to requests for member or vendor vetting, disclosures of potential conflicts, and other compliance related inquiries. On the Investigations side, the Paralegal will support internal investigations of alleged misconduct by WeWork members, vendors, or employees. Investigations may include cases of alleged harassment, workplace violence, fraud, or kickbacks. We are looking for someone who is hard-working, willing to learn, and eager to dive in head first.

Responsibilities

Manage responses to compliance queries; Support communications and training; Ensure file organization; Handle conflicts of interest disclosures; Conduct fact finding for investigations; Prepare investigative reports; Organize and maintain records

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; Strong interest in legal or investigations work; Experience with Excel (Google Sheets) and PowerPoint (Google Slides); Strong communication skills; Strong organizational skills; Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and adjust priorities; Sound professional judgment and discretion; Ability to maintain strict confidentiality; English required; In-person in New York office four days a week

Nice to have

Prior 1-2 years of experience as a paralegal at a major law firm; Experience with, or interest in, general purpose and legal-specific AI tools; Spanish speakers

Benefits

20 days of PTO; Approximately 13 paid holidays; 80 hours of paid sick time per full calendar year; 16 weeks paid parental leave; Competitive healthcare benefits; 401k plan; Life and AD&D insurance