Fund Formation Senior Paralegal

Considine Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 93,600 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)

Generous parental leave

Job summary

Considine Search is seeking a Fund Formation Paralegal in San Francisco, CA to support attorneys with venture fund work, documentation, and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree, with excellent communication and organizational skills.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $93,600–$176,800 annually with overtime and comprehensive benefits including Paid Time Off and parental leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Fund Formation experience.
• Available to work overtime as required.
• Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support to firm attorneys and senior paralegals.
• Prepare and maintain organizational documents for venture funds.
• Conduct investor suitability due diligence and regulatory research.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Excellent written and communication skills

Ability to organize and prioritize work

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Job description

San Francisco, CA

Summary

Fund Formation paralegals provide paralegal support to firm attorneys and senior paralegals and perform administrative duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• All facets of emerging company and venture fund work, including preparation and maintenance of organizational documents
• Preparation of partnership and limited liability company agreements
• Preparation of side letters, transfer agreements, admission agreements and other amendments
• Conducting investor suitability due diligence
• Research of Federal and State securities regulations in connection with fund formations
• Preparation and filing of requisite notices
• Conduct due diligence review of documents and prepare opinions and backup in connection with fund formation
• Handle SEC compliance reporting on behalf of venture fund clients with respect to their public company stock portfolios
• Turn in timesheets, e‑timelogs and fulfill other administrative duties in a timely fashion
• All other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Available to work overtime, as required
• After orientation at the firm, exhibits proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually
• Minimum of 5 years of Fund Formation experience
• Paralegal Certificate, preferred

Competencies

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment, for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedules
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary
• Possess excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others, including clients
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy, and tact
• Reliable, committed and punctual

Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits program. The expected annual pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $93,600.00–$176,800.00 annually, plus overtime and bonus. The firm offers a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre‑tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long‑term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm‑paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short‑term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

EOE.

Salary: $93,600.00–$176,800.00 annually, plus overtime and bonus
Date Active: 3/31/2026
Exempt/Not Exempt: Non-Exempt