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Paralegal, Capital Formation

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal in the field of Capital Formation. This role offers the chance to join a leading global alternative asset management firm with a diversified set of strategies. The firm's unique approach is driven by collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. As a Paralegal, you will provide crucial support to the Funds Legal Team.

As a Paralegal in Capital Formation, your role will be multifaceted. You will manage fund formation documents, maintain investment fund launch timelines, and coordinate internal reviews of legal documentation. Your excellent organizational skills will be put to use as you facilitate information flow between different departments and oversee funds-related document management. Additionally, you will coordinate deal closing documents and assist attorneys with matter management. Your ability to handle confidential information with discretion will be paramount in this role.
• Manage fund formation document checklists and tracking lists
• Maintain investment fund launch timelines
• Coordinate internal review of legal documentation
• Facilitate front and middle office related information flow
• Oversee funds-related document management and recordkeeping
• Coordinate deal closing documents and distribution thereof
• Perform general corporate work, including drafting resolutions and correspondence
• Assist attorneys with matter management and e-billing process

What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Paralegal position brings a wealth of skills and experience. You have a Bachelor’s Degree along with at least two years of transactional, litigation, or compliance paralegal or project management experience at a major law firm or financial institution. Your excellent computer skills include proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe. You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills which enable you to communicate effectively with clients. Your strong attention to detail coupled with your ability to prioritize workload effectively makes you an ideal fit for this role.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum two years of transactional, litigation, or compliance paralegal or project management experience at a major law firm or financial institution
• Excellent computer skills; MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively
• Ability to multitask when given time-sensitive projects
• Motivated, self-directed and proactive nature
• Strong sense of professionalism and work ethic

What sets this company apart:
• This company is a leading global alternative asset management firm that invests across a broadly diversified set of strategies.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal & Compliance

Focus: Buy-side Compliance

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: New York

Job Reference: 6YMOR8-0821B903

Date posted: August 27, 2024

Consultant: Daniela Garcia

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