Funds Paralegal - US firm

EJ Legal Limited

Posted 8 days ago, valid for 10 days

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Full Time

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A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a Funds Paralegal to join a top US law firm in the City of London on an initial 6-12 month contract.The successful Paralegal can look forward to joining a market-leading practice, supporting complex and high-value matters for top-tier global clients. In terms of progression, the firm has an excellent track record of offering Training Contracts to its Paralegals!The role:You will work closely with a senior Partner-led team, contributing to the lifecycle of credit fund matters. This includes fund formation, investor onboarding, fund closings, regulatory compliance, and general fund management. The position offers hands-on experience and exposure to a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating practice area. Your key responsibilities will include:

Assisting with fund formation and structuring documentation
Managing investor onboarding and KYC/AML processes
Coordinating fund closings and tracking subscription materials
Supporting regulatory and compliance filings
Liaising with clients, counsel, and third-party service providers

About you:

Interested applicants must possess previous experience as a paralegal in a funds, private equity, or financial services environment
Strong understanding of fund structures, ideally with exposure to credit funds
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to thrive in a high-performance, collaborative environment

In return:You’ll be joining a prestigious team that values initiative, professionalism, and precision. This Funds Paralegal role is ideal for someone looking to grow within the funds space and gain exposure to some of the most sophisticated work in the market.As part of EJ Legal’s candidate registration and care process all successful applications are responded to within 14 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We may keep your details on our system on a confidential basis for future opportunities. If you would prefer us not to do this, please let us know.