Senior Paralegal

Alexander Chapman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund is seeking a Senior Paralegal in New York City. The role involves supporting fund formation activities, drafting legal documents, and conducting research. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and over four years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and other legal tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4+ years of experience as a paralegal/legal associate.
• Highly detail-oriented with multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across all stages of fund formation.
• Draft formation documents, amendments, and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Legal research

Drafting materials

Task management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Entity management software

Legal document platforms

Job description

• Title: Senior Paralegal
• Firm: Leading Hedge Fund (North of $5B AUM)
• Location: New York City
• Compensation Range: $140,000-170,000 base + discretionary bonus.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support across all stages of fund formation.
• Assist with legal entity, draft formation and amendments to organizational documents, assignments and resolutions.
• Review and draft agreements and consents related to limited partnerships and corporations.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries on various legal and compliance matters
• Manage in-house document execution for across of fund formation.
• Assist in preparation of regulatory filings with state and federal agencies.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from required.
• 4+ years of experience as a paralegal/legal associate at a law firm or in-house.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple ongoing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficient in conveying ideas, drafting materials, and managing tasks effectively.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, entity management software, and legal document platforms.