Funds Paralegal

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in the City of London is seeking a Paralegal for its highly regarded Funds team. This permanent position offers hands-on experience in private funds formation and related transactional work. The ideal candidate will have prior paralegal experience in a funds environment and possess strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. This role provides exposure to complex, cross-border transactions and a competitive salary with benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior paralegal experience within a funds environment, ideally at a leading law firm.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist partners and associates on all aspects of private funds work.
• Draft and review documentation and manage closing processes.
• Liaise with clients and service providers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Job description

We are seeking a Paralegal to join a highly regarded Funds team within a top-tier international law firm. This is a permanent position offering hands‑on experience in private funds formation and related transactional work.

Client Details

Our client is a prestigious US law firm with a strong presence in London, known for advising on sophisticated private funds matters across multiple asset classes. The team works closely with leading sponsors and institutional investors globally.

Description

The successful candidate will assist partners and associates on all aspects of private funds work, including fund formation, investor negotiations, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing documentation, managing closing processes, and liaising with clients and service providers.

Profile

You will have prior paralegal experience within a funds environment, ideally gained at a leading law firm. Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines are essential.

Job Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to develop your career in a market‑leading funds practice. You will gain exposure to complex, cross‑border transactions and work alongside some of the most respected lawyers in the industry.