UNFCU

Legal Processor

UNFCU  •  $55k - $60k/yr  •  Long Island City, NY (Hybrid)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Why join this team

Under general supervision, performs moderately difficult processing of legal and organizational documents while verifying member information and ensuring compliance with both governmental and internal regulations. Follows and complies with UNFCU policies and procedures, and performs related duties as assigned.

This position is hybrid.

NYC Salary Range - $55,130 - $60,000 annually; compensation is commensurate to geographic location.

What you'll do

  • Regardless of seniority or role, uphold UNFCU’s mission, core values, and guiding principles by providing an exceptional service experience to colleagues and members alike through consistent demonstration of our service excellence behaviors
  • Review communications for deceased memberships and ensure timely responses
  • Evaluate documents and apply risk-based analysis to determine validity
  • Review tax documents and apply risk-based analysis process
  • Perform due diligence as required by state laws for yearly escheatment; organize funds transfer to state agencies for final payout
  • Verify member’s taxpayer status by mailing certification forms and ensure that member records are up to date
  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and UNFCU’s Code of Ethics & Business Conduct

What we're seeking

  • High School Diploma
  • 2 years of experience in legal documentation processing (tax certification, restraining notices, tax levies, death/estate claims and unclaimed funds) in a banking or related environment
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. and non-U.S. taxpayer status, legal/tax documentation, and regulations related to confidentiality and disclosure

  • Proficient in legal processing best practices with strong computer skills, including MS Office

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively

  • Flexible and adaptable, capable of handling a variety of work responsibilities

  • Able to interpret documents, make sound decisions within authority, and build relationships across all levels of the organization

What makes you stand out

  • Highly detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations
  • Solid expertise of U.S. and non-U.S. taxpayer status, legal/tax documentation, and confidentiality/disclosure regulations

  • Understanding of legal processing best practices and techniques

Who we are

UNFCU is a global not-for-profit financial institution that serves the UN community. We are committed to providing peace of mind to our members and colleagues and strive to achieve service excellence in all that we do. The best part of UNFCU is the people. Those that choose to work with us often find personal fulfillment, professional growth and a purposeful culture.

UNFCU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. UNFCU prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by country, federal, state or local laws.

UNFCU

About UNFCU

The United Nations Federal Credit Union (UNFCU), founded in 1947, is a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative that offers a range of banking, investment and insurance products and services to the global UN community. We have more than 200,000 members in over 200 countries, assets in excess of USD $8B, and more than 700 employees. UNFCU is committed to social responsibility and we support causes worldwide. Headquartered in Long Island City - Queens, and with branches in New York City and offices in Washington, D.C. and McLean, VA, UNFCU also has representative offices in Geneva, Switzerland; Vienna, Austria; Nairobi, Kenya, Rome, Italy and Entebbe, Uganda. For more information, visit www.unfcu.org.

As an employer, our benefits are second to none, and include comprehensive medical, dental and vision; 401k with dollar for dollar matching contributions and immediate vesting; a generous defined benefit cash balance plan; tuition reimbursement; volunteer time off; company paid life & disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; and maternity/paternity leave to name a few!

We are committed to embedding diversity in all areas of our business. We promote an environment of equity and inclusion where we embrace and leverage our differences to drive organizational success. Our staff is representative of the global membership we serve.

Because of this diversity, we can understand, communicate, empathize, and connect with each and every member. Our employees, and the exceptional service they provide, are our core strength as we provide peace of mind to our members.

UNFCU has a dedicated Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Council and several business resource groups (BRGs) comprised of staff volunteers. Each BRG hosts educational events and activities to empower their members and allies. The BRGs also identify and implement measurable best practices that further embed DEI in UNFCU’s corporate culture.

An Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Long Island City, NY
Year Founded
1947
Website
unfcu.org
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