Paralegal — Legal & Compliance

We’re partnering with a highly regarded private equity and credit investment firm to hire a Paralegal for a newly created position on its Legal & Compliance team. The opportunity combines the resources of an established investment firm with a close-knit team, accessible leadership, and excellent compensation and benefits.

You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys and compliance professionals, supporting the Chief Compliance Officer, Deputy General Counsel, and Compliance Manager. The initial focus will be on day-to-day paralegal support organizing documents, maintaining records, coordinating requests, and keeping important deadlines on track. As you become familiar with the business, there will be opportunities to contribute to a broader range of fund-related legal and compliance projects.

This is an opportunity to develop an in-house career, learn the private investment industry, and gain exposure across multiple areas of the business. Prior private equity experience is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain legal documents, corporate records, and electronic files.
• Update trackers, monitor deadlines, and assist with document circulation and signature collection.
• Support attorneys with corporate entity records, routine filings, and fund closing documentation.
• Help gather and organize materials for investor and banking-partner requests, including anti-money laundering and know-your-customer documentation.
• Assist with recurring compliance administration and follow-up under the guidance of the Compliance team.
• Coordinate document requests with outside counsel, Finance, and Investor Relations, and help keep internal checklists and procedures current.

Qualifications

• Paralegal or related legal support experience, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through when managing documents and deadlines.
• Clear communication, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach, with an interest in learning new areas of legal and compliance work.
• Comfort with Microsoft Word, Excel, and electronic document management.
• Financial services or investment management experience is a plus, but candidates from other legal environments are encouraged to apply.
• Paralegal certification is a plus but not required.

Compensation, Benefits & Flexibility

• Base salary, depending on experience, plus a 15-20% target annual bonus.
• Employer retirement contributions with immediate vesting.
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental premiums for employees and eligible family members, with coverage beginning on day one.
• Professional development support and opportunities to expand your knowledge and responsibilities over time