Full job descriptionAn excellent opportunity for a Paralegal to join the Private Funds team of a top-tier US law firm in London. You’ll gain hands-on exposure across fund formation, closings, investments and regulatory matters.
Client Details
Our client is a top-tier US law firm with a highly regarded Private Funds practice in London. The team advises on sophisticated private investment fund matters and offers exposure to high-quality, international work.
Description
The Private Funds Paralegal will support the team across the full lifecycle of private investment funds, including:
*Assisting with private fund formation, closings, investments and transactions
*Drafting and reviewing fund formation and subscription documents
*Assisting with private placement memoranda and related documentation
*Supporting regulatory matters, including AIFMD and UK and EU requirements
*Managing closing checklists, signatures and document execution
*Liaising with clients, investors and external service providers
*Conducting legal and regulatory research
*Maintaining fund documentation, trackers and electronic files
*Providing wider transactional and administrative support to the team


Profile
The successful candidate will be degree educated with excellent drafting, communication and organisational skills. You will be highly detail-oriented, resilient and comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills are essential, alongside the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous legal or Private Funds experience would be advantageous.
Job Offer
A fantastic opportunity to join a top-tier US law firm in London and develop specialist Private Funds experience. You’ll gain exposure to sophisticated fund formation and transactional work within a high-performing, collaborative team.