Paralegal, Asset Management

Macquarie Global Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Wellbeing leave day

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Macquarie Asset Management in New York seeks a Paralegal to support in-house legal operations, including board materials, contracts, and regulatory filings. You will help maintain timelines and contribute to project plans across the investment management function.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a paralegal or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience with legal document prep and review is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and review of board materials, contracts, investment guidelines, and regulatory filings.
• Maintain timelines and project plans; support meeting logistics and documentation.
• Represent the Legal department in meetings, including board and committee meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Paralegal or related)

Tools

Word

Excel

Adobe

Job description

Join Macquarie Asset Management's New York team and become a part of our US funds management business. You'll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, contributing to projects and important processes that support our legal and business operations.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

As a Paralegal in our in-house legal department, you will assist with the preparation and review of board materials, contracts, investment guidelines, operational procedures, fund registration statements, proxy materials, and regulatory filings. You will also maintain timelines and project plans, and represent the Legal department in meetings, including board, operating company, and investment committee meetings.

What you offer

• Bachelor's Degree, with prior experience in a Paralegal role within the investment management industry or a strong interest in breaking into the field and aggressively learning about '40 Act registered funds, securities filings, and corporate governance
• Familiarity with or a strong interest in learning electronic board portal systems, document management systems, and the SEC EDGAR system
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and Adobe
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships with other business areas.

Salary range for this position: $73-99k/year. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. You may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. You can further read about the full spectrum of benefits we offer our people listed below.

What we offer

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave
• 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account and dependent day care savings account; life insurance, disability, and other insurance plans; 401(k) and short/long term disability
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Recognition and service awards
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Macquarie Asset Management

Macquarie Asset Management is a leading global asset manager, trusted by institutions, individuals and communities to responsibly manage $A720 billion in assets. MAM provides clients with a diverse range of investment solutions that seek to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns.

All figures as at 30 September 2025, excluding assets acquired by Nomura on 1 December 2025.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know during the application process.