Paralegal - Funds - Prestigious Law Firm

Find My CV; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced funds paralegal to join their dynamic legal team in London. This role offers exposure to sophisticated fund structures and investment transactions, requiring strong legal drafting and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will have a solid academic background and prior experience in funds or financial services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 LLB from a top-tier university.
• Prior experience in funds or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Assist with formation and management of credit funds.
• Conduct legal research on fund structures and regulations.
• Prepare corporate governance documentation.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Legal Research

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

2:1 LLB

LPC

SQE

LLM

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced funds paralegal to join their high-performing legal team, supporting their growing credit funds practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, gaining exposure to sophisticated fund structures and investment transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the formation, structuring, and management of credit funds, including reviewing fund documentation and investor materials.
• Supporting the legal team in regulatory and compliance matters related to fund operations.
• Conducting legal research on fund structures, securities regulations, and other relevant laws.
• Preparing and maintaining corporate governance documentation, including board resolutions and investor communications.
• Assisting with fund closings, including managing subscription agreements and investor due diligence.
• Coordinating with external counsel and service providers on fund-related matters.
• Managing and maintaining legal documentation databases and ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Requirements:

• A strong academic background, with a minimum of a 2:1 LLB (or equivalent) from a top-tier university. Further legal qualifications (LPC, SQE, or LLM) are highly desirable.
• Prior experience working within a law firm or in-house legal team, with a focus on funds, asset management, or financial services.
• A solid understanding of fund structures, investment management, and relevant regulations (e.g., AIFMD, FCA rules, or SEC regulations).
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.
• Strong legal drafting and research skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

If you are interested please send your CV to gurleen.singh@