TTSTC- Paralegal (00049409)
Organization: TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: Thomas J Rusk Building 200 East 10th Street Austin 78701
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
State Job Code: 3580
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 24
Salary (Pay Basis): 7,500.00 - 8,750.00 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Apr 21, 2025, 1:57:56 PM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Description
Applications must be filed at
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00049409

ARE YOU READY TO GROW, MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT?

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas’ accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.
Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Are you an experienced Paralegal with experience in investments, including private equity, hedge funds, and venture capital?
The TTSTC Legal Department is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal. This is a unique opportunity to join a collegial, and supportive legal team working in a dynamic environment at the intersection of law, finance, and public service. Our fast-paced environment offers exciting opportunities to work on sophisticated investment transactions supporting the legal team, while contributing to the financial security of the State of Texas. We value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth while achieving our mission to preserve and grow the state’s financial resources by competitively managing and investing them over $150 billion in state assets. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with limited partnership agreements, side letters, and subscription documents. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation of TTSTC’s investment process. In this role, you will support the TTSTC Legal Department acting as a key liaison with internal and external teams, reviewing, analyzing, and preparing private investment documents, and supporting the legal team in contract negotiations, among other tasks. We offer a competitive salary and potential incentive compensation, opportunities for professional development, and meaningful work contributing to the financial wellbeing of the State of Texas.
Apply today and help the Comptroller’s office keep the Texas economy strong.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited law school with an LL.B. or J.D. degree
• Strong knowledge of investment structures and documentation
• Experience working in government, financial services, or institutional investor is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Texas Public Information Act
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel software.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented

SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees are required to use their personal mobile phones as a part of 2 factor/multi factor authentication for accessing CPA systems securely. You will also receive critical/emergency calls/texts on your cell phone to ensure immediate communication.

MAXIMIZE YOUR EARNINGS!

At the Comptroller’s office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering
If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATIONS. THE APPLICATION MUST CONTAIN THE NECESSARY INFORMATION IN THE WORK HISTORY FOR THE APPLICANT TO QUALIFY FOR THE POSITION.

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

Investment Responsibilities:

• Reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing private investment agreements, including limited partnership agreements, private placement memoranda, and other governing documents
• Preparing and coordinating execution of subscription agreements and investor questionnaires
• Drafting side letters
• Assisting TTSTC attorneys with negotiating and due diligence on investment transactions, including coordinating with external counsel and other investment professionals
• Tracking and maintaining key investment and legal documentation, including managing deadlines and compliance requirements
• Conducting legal research on investment related topics, regulations, and best practices
• Coordinating with counterparties, service providers, and other divisions within TTSTC to help ensure investment documentation is submitted and recorded appropriately and timely

LEGAL SUPPORT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting in drafting and managing contracts, including interacting with vendors, reviewing invoices for contract compliance, and reporting to Contract Administration Office
• Drafting correspondence, responding to open records requests (Texas Public Information Act), and opinion requests involving legal interpretations and decisions.
• Performing legal research and analysis related to TTSTC’s operations
• Reviewing and editing legal documents
• Responding to audit requests.
• Maintaining organized legal files and use of document management systems.
• Maintaining investment and compliance calendars.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide general legal and administrative support to attorneys as needed
• Assisting with biennial legislative session including:
  o Analyzing proposed legislation
  o Preparing costs estimates
  o Managing legislative reporting system