Full job descriptionAn elite US law firm is looking to hire a Private Funds Paralegal to support its highly regarded London funds practice. The role offers hands-on involvement in fund formations, fundraisings and related transactions, with exposure to leading private equity sponsors and genuine long-term progression opportunities.
Client Details
Our client is an elite US law firm with a market-leading investment funds practice and an established presence in London. The team advises a broad range of private equity houses, asset managers and institutional investors on the establishment, fundraising and operation of private investment funds.
Known for its collaborative culture and high-quality work, the firm offers paralegals meaningful responsibility from the outset and the opportunity to work closely with partners and associates on complex domestic and cross-border matters. The team has a strong track record of investing in junior talent, including progression into training contracts for exceptional performers.
Description
*Assist lawyers with the formation and operation of private investment funds
*Draft, review and manage fund documentation, including subscription materials and ancillary documents
*Support fundraising processes and investor onboarding matters
*Coordinate fund closings, maintaining checklists and transaction documents
*Manage document execution processes and closing deliverables
*Assist with portfolio investments and related transactions
*Conduct legal and regulatory research in relation to UK and European funds regulation
*Support regulatory filings and compliance requirements
*Liaise with clients, investors, service providers and external counsel
*Maintain transaction bibles, data rooms and document management systems
*Prepare reports, trackers and other internal documentation
*Support lawyers with ongoing client matters and day-to-day project management
*Assist with meeting preparation and wider team administration where required
*Work closely with partners and associates across a variety of funds mandates


Profile
*Degree educated with strong academics
*Previous paralegal experience within funds, asset management, corporate, finance or a similar transactional practice area is advantageous
*Strong interest in private equity, investment funds and financial services
*Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
*Strong drafting and written communication abilities
*Able to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
*Proactive and able to take ownership of tasks
*Confident dealing with both internal and external stakeholders
*Strong commercial awareness
*Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
*Excellent research and analytical skills
*Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel
*Experience using document management systems is desirable
*Ambitious individual seeking long-term career development within a leading law firm
Job Offer
*Market-leading private funds experience within an elite US law firm
*Exposure to high-profile fund formations and fundraising matters
*Close working relationship with respected partners and associates
*Early responsibility and meaningful client exposure
*Excellent training and mentoring
*Opportunity to work on international matters with leading market participants
*Collaborative and supportive team culture
*High level of visibility across the practice
*Competitive salary and benefits package
*Strong brand name and excellent CV-enhancing experience
*Modern central London office
*Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in a growing area of law
*Long-term career prospects within the firm
*Potential pathway to a training contract for outstanding performers