Funds Legal Assistant

We are currently recruiting for a Funds Legal Assistant to join the London office of a leading international law firm, supporting its highly regarded Investment Management Group.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Paralegal looking to develop their experience within a leading private funds practice, gaining hands-on exposure to a broad range of transactions, and working closely with experienced associates and partners.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with fund formation, including the preparation and management of offering documents, subscription agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Supporting fund operations and compliance, maintaining matter records, tracking deliverables and coordinating documentation.
• Assisting with portfolio investment matters, including joint ventures and manager compensation arrangements.
• Supporting document preparation and diligence for fund secondary transactions.
• Reviewing, organising and managing fund documentation.
• Liaising with clients, institutional investors, service providers and internal stakeholders.
• Managing transaction and matter administration.
• Undertaking legal and factual research and providing wider administrative support to the team.

As such, the firm is looking for a driven Paralegal, with a strong academic background and prior Funds experience in a paralegal or legal assistant role within a law firm or in-house legal department. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, as well as excellent attention to detail and organisation skills.

Demonstrated experience with iManage and Microsoft Office is highly desired.

A highly competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, plus paid overtime and hybrid working arrangements.

Please do not delay in applying, as the two-stage interview process will commence shortly.