Paralegal - Finance

Our Client: A leading global law firm, known for its collaborative culture and dedication to excellence, prioritizes its employees, fostering a diverse and supportive environment where talented professionals thrive. This firm's commitment to innovation and client service has solidified its reputation as a top performer, advising major corporations and financial institutions on their most complex legal challenges. With a vast global presence, it offers comprehensive legal expertise and consistently sets industry benchmarks.

The Senior Legal Operations Analyst at this firm will play a vital role within its Investment Partnerships Group, managing the investment program for its partners. This involves working closely with senior leadership, focusing on investment subscription preparation and coordinating legal administration for program investments, including AML/KYC compliance, LPA amendments, and general communications.

The firm seeks a candidate with paralegal or equivalent experience in areas such as private funds, M&A, private equity, debt finance, asset-backed securitization, investment management, or venture capital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and reviewing investment subscription documents and related materials.
• Liaising with legal teams on administrative matters concerning program investments (AML/KYC, LPA changes, correspondence).
• Supporting internal entity subscription, documentation, and fundraising.
• Maintaining data accuracy within the software management system.
• Contributing to process improvements.
• Participating in complex projects with team members and partners.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience as a private funds or corporate paralegal (or equivalent), bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proactive, organized, and confident self-starter with strong teamwork and independent work skills.
• Excellent client service and interpersonal skills, comfortable interacting with all levels of the firm.
• Knowledge of private market investing best practices a plus.
• Experience with Dynamo or similar software preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word, experience with accounting and database software a plus.

The salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in a specific location. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. The firm considers compensation more than just a base salary. It offers an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. Personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities are also provided, all designed to help you realize your full potential both personally and professionally.

• Salary Range: Chicago: $130,000 - $150,000