Overview
A talent solutions firm specializing in the alternative investment industry is seeking experienced Paralegals to consult with a diverse client base including hedge funds, private equity firms, and family offices. Consultants provide expert legal support on a project basis, working closely with General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officers, and outside legal counsel to assist with fund formation, regulatory compliance, investor relations, and corporate governance.
Responsibilities
- Support fund formation and documentation by preparing, organizing, and filing formation documents such as Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), Private Placement Memorandums (PPMs), Subscription Agreements, Side Letters, LLC Agreements, and offering materials for various fund structures.
- Manage investor onboarding and subscription processes, including coordinating Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) documentation, reviewing subscription agreements, verifying accredited investor status, and maintaining investor records and databases.
- Coordinate regulatory filings and compliance matters by preparing and filing Form ADV, Form PF, Form D, Form 13F, state notice filings, and other regulatory submissions; track filing deadlines and maintain compliance calendars.
- Assist with corporate governance and entity management by maintaining corporate records, organizing board materials, tracking entity registrations, coordinating annual filings, and managing corporate minute books and resolutions.
- Support contract review and vendor management by assisting with the review, organization, and tracking of service provider agreements, NDAs, employment agreements, consulting agreements, and other legal contracts.
- Conduct legal research and due diligence on regulatory requirements, securities laws, case law, and industry best practices to support legal decision-making and policy development.
- Coordinate with outside counsel by managing communications, document requests, billing review, and ensuring timely delivery of legal work product.
- Manage regulatory examinations and audits by organizing document productions, coordinating responses to SEC, FINRA, or state regulator requests, and maintaining examination files and correspondence.
- Maintain legal databases and document management systems, ensuring proper version control and document retention protocols.
- Assist with employment and HR legal matters, including preparation of employment agreements, offer letters, separation agreements, and documentation of HR policies and procedures.
- Provide administrative support for legal functions such as managing calendars, scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, tracking deadlines, and coordinating closings and signature processes.
- Support special projects including fund launches, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory investigations, policy implementations, and system transitions requiring legal coordination.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a similar paralegal role within an Alternative Investment Firm or Family Office.
- Experience working with sophisticated institutional clients.
- Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with senior personnel.
- Self-starter with strong project management and follow-through abilities.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Education and work experience demonstrating proficiency to perform the described responsibilities.
Compensation & Benefits
- Project-based consulting engagements with alternative investment clients.
- Work that fits around existing commitments.
- Client origination and engagement management handled by the talent solutions firm, allowing consultants to focus on delivery.
Location
- Opportunities available within the alternative investment industry, including hedge funds, private equity firms, and family offices. Specific location details depend on client engagements.