Location: New York,NY, USA
COMPANY: Hedge Fund
POSITION: Corporate Paralegal
LOCATION: Midtown, Manhattan (HYBRID 3 Days In Office/2 Days Work from Home)
HOURS: 8:00am 5:00pm (with flexibility to work earlier and later, as needed)
COMPENSATION: Up to $85K DOE* + excellent benefits and 401K plan
BACHELORS DEGREE REQUIRED: PREFERRED
Our client, a top hedge fund in Midtown, is seeking a Corporate Paralegal. This position is for an intelligent and detail-oriented candidate whom possesses a flexible attitude. The role is integral to the success of the firm and requires a high-energy candidate that is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities of the Corporate Paralegal:
- Conduct periodic compliance testing and oversight
- Maintain the Firm s legal and compliance records and documentation
- Organize compliance related committee meetings
- Assist with the compliance training program for the Firm s employees
- Assist with the ongoing diligence of third-party vendors and interfacing with different internal operations teams and external service providers in connection with legal and compliance related matters
- Monitor developments in the compliance area and assist in new compliance initiatives as the business, law, compliance and technology evolve, as required
- Ad hoc project and administrative requests as needed
Requirements of the Corporate Paralegal:
- Undergraduate degree with excellent academic performance
- 1-2 years relevant work experience either in a compliance, paralegal, accounting or operations role in a financial services company
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Extremely detail oriented and organized, with strong follow-up and willingness to go above and beyond
- Committed, mature and hard-working
- Collaborative team player
- Ability to be resourceful
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficient in MS Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite
- Verification of identity, education, prior employment, and references may be required
*The hourly rate range posted for this New York City-based position is a good faith estimate. Actual rate may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, level, experience, and qualifications for the role.