Job Description

General information

Entity

About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)

Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.

We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.

As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities.

Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.

We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.

Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.

By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.

All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to take part in our mission ?

*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025

Reference

2026-111967

Update date

24/04/2026

Business type

Types of Jobs - Legal

Job title

US Analyst - Paralegal

Contract type

Fixed-Term Contract

Term (in months)

24

Management position

No

Job summary

Global markets paralegal to provide documentation support to the range of business lines and products that comprise CA-CIB’s global markets activities with a focus on its derivatives, repo and securities lending activities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing, preparing, and negotiating various agreements and documents relating to capital markets transactions focused primarily on derivatives, repo and securities lending and also including DCM, ECM, securitization, and strategic equity transactions
• Prepare and contribute to numerous internal reports and systems relating to the management of legal risk
• Participate in training and skill development on market and legal developments affecting covered businesses and products
• Uphold CA-CIB’s codes of ethics, culture and conduct in all matters, including with respect to matters of diversity and inclusion and the identification and escalation of financial crimes risks

Management and Reporting

• Reports to the Head of the Global Markets Legal team in the U.S. Legal Department
• Will act under the supervision of licensed lawyers in the bank’s New York office

Key Internal contacts

• Relevant front office, legal, risk and compliance personnel
• Key External contacts
• Various outside counsel

Position location

Geographical area

America, United States Of America

City

NEW YORK

Candidate criteria

Minimal education level

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Level of minimal experience

0-2 years

Experience

Competencies

• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage a complex, time sensitive workload
• Sound and ethical judgment
• Professional and convincing demeanor and interpersonal skills
• Creative, solutions-oriented approach

Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Excellent English-language communication, both written and spoken
• Excellent reasoning ability
• Excellent organizational skills

Desirable/Nice Have

• Pre-law coursework
• Paralegal work or similar work in a legally-intensive environment at a sophisticated business enterprise
• Strong interest in post-graduate legal education or a career in financial services

Pay: $80,000

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Languages

English