Paralegal

LLR Partners - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Philadelphia, PA

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

LLR Partners is seeking a skilled corporate paralegal to join our Legal and Compliance functions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced private equity firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate transactions, with exceptional organizational skills and a proactive approach to legal support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fund and M&A closings, including maintaining checklists, organization and management of closing documents, and tracking of post-closing obligations.
• Assist with portfolio company projects on an ad hoc basis.
• Organize, maintain and update corporate records, assist with drafting corporate resolutions, and prepare and submit documents responsive to CTA and AML requirements.
• Review and manage contracts and agreements, including vendor agreements, NDAs, and service contracts.
• Coordinate contract approvals and execution processes.
• Provide administrative assistance to the Legal and Compliance teams, including liaising with Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations and other operational functions.
• Assist with preparation of periodic regulatory filings and other compliance efforts affecting the firm's operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification.
• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or corporate legal department, preferably with exposure to investment management, private equity and corporate transactions.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and legal procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with document management systems and contract lifecycle management tools.