Asset Management Paralegal

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking an Asset Management / Private Funds Paralegal for a 12-month FTC. The role involves supporting lawyers in high-value transactions and providing training opportunities in a prestigious environment. The ideal candidate is a motivated paralegal with relevant experience or a future trainee solicitor, possessing a strong academic background. This position offers a salary of £45,000-£50,000 and excellent career progression.

Benefits

Excellent learning and development opportunities

Career progression prospects

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paralegal in Asset Management / Private Funds or in a related field.
• Strong academic background, ideally with a 2:1 or higher in law.
• Motivated and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers on fund documentation and due diligence.
• Involvement in fund formation and structuring for clients.
• Work on high-profile matters with training opportunities.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Asset Management knowledge

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Education

2:1 or higher in LLB / GDL

Job description

Overview

Firm: International Law Firm

Role: Asset Management / Private Funds Paralegal

Contract: 12 month FTC

Salary: £45,000- £50,000 per annum, depending on experience

Location: London- 4 Days in Office / 1 WFH

Are you a Paralegal looking to gain hands-on experience in asset management and private funds at a leading international law firm? Here’s an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading team working on high-profile, cross-border matters.

What you’ll be doing:

Responsibilities:

• Supporting top-tier lawyers on fund documentation, compliance, due diligence, transaction management, and cross-border projects.
• Getting involved in fund formation and structuring for private equity and asset management clients.
• Working on high-profile matters with excellent training, development, and exposure to senior lawyers.

Requirements:

• Paralegal experience in Asset Management / Private Funds or Corporate Funds, OR a future trainee solicitor seeking work before starting the SQE or Training Contract.
• Strong academic background – 2:1 or higher in LLB / GDL.
• A motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive approach to legal work.

Why this role is a great opportunity:

1. Work in a prestigious international law firm with a strong Asset Management / Private Funds practice.
2. Gain cross-border exposure and experience on complex, high-value transactions.
3. Benefit from excellent learning, development, and career progression opportunities.

If you’re ambitious, ready to hit the ground running, and want to grow your career in a supportive team, please apply now!