Paralegal - Investment Funds

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 12 August 2025
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Funds Investment Management AIFMD FCA SEC Legal Research Fund Documentation Client Communication

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Summary

A leading US law firm is seeking a skilled paralegal to join its prestigious team in London. The role involves supporting investment funds, including drafting documentation, assisting with regulatory matters, conducting legal research, and liaising with clients and internal stakeholders. Candidates should have relevant experience and a background in funds or investment management.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Assisting with the formation and ongoing maintenance of hedge and private funds, including the drafting and reviewing of fund documentation
    • Supporting lawyers on regulatory and compliance matters, including AIFMD, FCA, and SEC-related work
    • Conducting legal research and preparing client-ready summaries on relevant developments
    • Assisting with investor onboarding processes and fund governance materials
    • Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to support the delivery of high-quality legal services

    Core Requirements/Qualifications/Skills

    • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience within a top law firm or in-house legal team (e.g. asset manager, hedge fund, private equity house)
    • Background in funds or investment management
    • Strong academic record and excellent attention to detail
    • Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable working in a high-performance environment

    # Paralegal - Investment Funds - Leading US Law Firm

    # Paralegal - Investment Funds - Leading US Law Firm

    A highly respected US law firm with a strong presence in Europe is seeking a skilled paralegal to join its prestigious team. This is an excellent opportunity to support a dynamic group advising on the structuring, formation, and operation of investment funds and related regulatory matters.

    The firm acts for a global client base, including leading asset managers, hedge funds, and private equity sponsors, offering the successful candidate exposure to cutting-edge work in a fast-paced and intellectually rigorous environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assisting with the formation and ongoing maintenance of hedge and private funds, including the drafting and reviewing of fund documentation
    • Supporting lawyers on regulatory and compliance matters, including AIFMD, FCA, and SEC-related work
    • Conducting legal research and preparing client-ready summaries on relevant developments
    • Assisting with investor onboarding processes and fund governance materials
    • Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to support the delivery of high-quality legal services

    Candidate Requirements:

    • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience within a top law firm or in-house legal team (e.g. asset manager, hedge fund, private equity house)
    • Background in funds or investment management
    • Strong academic record and excellent attention to detail
    • Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable working in a high-performance environment
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