ICBA - GOVERNMENT RELATIONS PARALEGAL

The Independent Community Bankers of America® is the nation’s voice for community banks. As a national trade association, we have one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish.  ICBA powers the potential of the nation’s community banks through effective advocacy, education and innovation.  We are consistently ranked a top advocacy organization in Washington, DC, and offer our employees competitive benefits, compensation, and work-life balance. Join our team of experts to support ICBA’s mission and provide national representation, professional development, and innovative products and services to thousands of community bank members throughout the country. Summary The Government Relations Paralegal will work closely with a team of regulatory attorneys, congressional lobbyists and government relations staff who are experts in banking and regulatory affairs.  Among other responsibilities, the paralegal will provide assistance on matters regarding regulatory and legislative advocacy, member relations, litigation and docket management, internal project management, document retention, as well as invoice and contract management.  The role offers exposure to many different departments within ICBA as well as multiple external stakeholders and the successful candidate must be capable of executing in a fast-paced environment. Duties & Responsibilities Assist ICBA’s government relations team by performing legal research on current and proposed legislation, regulation, rules, guidance and laws. Track revisions and prepare redlines or mark-ups to draft advocacy letters and comments. Provide administrative support for internal processes, scheduling, and workflows that impact ICBA’s government relations team. Monitor regulatory and litigation dockets, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure compliance, and stay abreast of federal and state administrative changes that may impact community banks. Collect and compile information from internal departments, external parties, community bank members, and legal professionals to gather research, resolve issues, and ensure timely deliverables. Collaborate with ICBA’s external legal support as necessary.   Qualifications Excellent business judgment, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Strong written and oral communications and collaboration skills. Proven attention to detail and organizational skills. Speed, resourcefulness, and a go-getter mentality.  An eagerness and willingness to help and work with others, including colleagues and members of the association. The ideal candidate is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and approaches assignments with an attitude that no task is too big or too small. Demonstrated ability to navigate fluid workstreams, prioritize tasks effectively. Embodies the highest standards of professionalism and integrity when dealing with confidential information. Enthusiasm for community banks!   Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate. Minimum of 2 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience either in a law firm, government office, trade association, or an in-house legal department focusing on corporate and/or financial services work. Understanding of litigation management, office management, and financial services preferred. Must be proficient in conducting legal research and analysis using Westlaw and accessing PACER.   This position is hybrid but will be required to come to the DC office approximately 4 times per month and on an as needed basis. Please attach a cover letter and at least 2 writing samples along with your application.