Corporate Paralegal

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.