Private Equity Paralegal

Ryder Reid; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support its Private Equity team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers hybrid working, paid overtime, and opportunities for progression based on performance. Candidates should have strong academics and ideally some prior experience in Private Equity, making it an excellent opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Paid overtime

Scope for progression

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate should have strong academic background.
• Prior PE experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing confidentiality agreements and engagement letters.
• Conducting due diligence.
• Signing, closing, and providing post-signing support to fee earners.
• Database management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Strong academics

Job description

Ryder Reid Legal is working closely with a US law firm to recruit a Paralegal to join its award-winning Private Equity team on an initial 12-month fixed term contract basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to provide direct support to the PE group with legal work including:

Reviewing confidentiality agreements and engagement letters Due diligence Signing, closing and post-signing support to fee earners Database management

To be considered, candidates will have strong academics, and ideally some prior PE experience gained within a similar law firm or in-house environment. This role allows for hybrid working and paid overtime, along with scope for progression subject to performance.

If you are suitable and interested, please apply now!