Hedge Fund Paralegal

Atlantic Group; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a Corporate Secretary/Legal Assistant to handle corporate governance tasks, including drafting documents and maintaining records. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of relevant experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines. This role is essential for supporting legal processes and maintaining internal confidentiality in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as a corporate secretary or legal assistant in a relevant industry.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding internal and personnel affairs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft board meeting agendas, resolutions, and related documents.
• Maintain corporate governance records and manage legal entity information.
• Assist with the formation and dissolution of legal entities.

Skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Draft board meeting agendas, resolutions, minutes, certificates and related documents.
• Maintain corporate governance records and legal entity information via a dedicated legal entity management database.
• Assist with the formation and dissolution of legal entities (corporations, LLCs, partnerships) and filing of documents with relevant state corporate agencies.
• Assist with apostille process.
• Manage and coordinate execution of legal agreements.
• Assist with KYC/Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) requests.
• Perform other related tasks and support ad hoc projects as necessary.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience within a similar function as a corporate secretary or legal assistant; preferably coming out of an investment manager, law firm, or similar financial services firm with experience in a corporate governance function.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's internal and personnel affairs.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond quickly and shift demands as necessary; must be able to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple, detailed tasks.