Investment Management Paralegal

Alexander Chapman; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Chapman is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its in-house Legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, the role covers commercial contracts, governance, and investment-related matters. The position offers broad exposure and opportunities to work with senior leadership on diverse legal projects. The candidate will support the legal operations and maintain templates and playbooks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience.
• Experience with private equity, asset management, or related financial institutions.
• Strong drafting and review of commercial contracts and legal documents.
• Experience supporting an in-house Legal Department preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office, contract mgmt systems, and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise commercial agreements (NDAs, engagement letters, vendor and consulting agreements, service agreements).
• Support legal matters across the investment platform and affiliated businesses; coordinate projects and day-to-day operations.
• Assist with investment-related transactions and management of legal documentation.
• Maintain contract templates, policies, and contract playbooks to improve efficiency.
• Support regulatory compliance through documentation, recordkeeping, and entity management.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and third-party providers on various matters.
• Assist with corporate governance activities and board-related support.
• Contribute to legal operations initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

In-house experience

Private funds exposure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

AI productivity tools

Job description

Our client is a leading private investment firm seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its in-house Legal team. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role offers broad exposure across commercial contracts, corporate governance, legal operations, and investment-related matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to build their career within a sophisticated investment platform while working closely with senior leadership on a wide variety of legal projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise a broad range of commercial agreements, including NDAs, engagement letters, vendor agreements, consulting agreements, service agreements, and other legal documentation.
• Support legal matters across the firm's investment platform and affiliated businesses, coordinating projects and assisting with day-to-day legal operations.
• Assist with investment-related transactions and the preparation, organization, and management of legal documentation.
• Maintain contract templates, legal policies, and contract playbooks to improve efficiency across the Legal Department.
• Support regulatory compliance through documentation, recordkeeping, and entity management.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and third-party service providers on a variety of legal matters.
• Assist with corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and supporting board-related matters.
• Contribute to legal operations initiatives and process improvements across the Legal function.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience.
• Experience within private equity, asset management, investment management, banking, or another regulated financial institution, or supporting these clients within a law firm.
• Strong experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with sound professional judgment.
• Experience supporting an in-house Legal Department or General Counsel is preferred.
• Exposure to private funds, investment transactions, or fund formation is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, contract management systems, and AI-powered productivity tools.