Paralegal

Overview

• Provide essential legal and compliance support within a dynamic private equity real estate firm.
• Collaborate closely with senior management and the Legal and Compliance Department.
• Assist with corporate entity housekeeping, regulatory inquiries, and litigation support.
• Draft, review, and maintain policies, contracts, and various legal documentation.
• Support vendor due diligence programs and prepare analyses and memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and monitor legislative, regulatory, and industry developments.
• Maintain organized files for the Legal and Compliance Department.
• Perform administrative and operational tasks to support department functions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist with legal matters including corporate housekeeping and litigation support.
• Draft, review, and maintain policies, contracts, and documentation.
• Act as a compliance resource for internal stakeholders.
• Manage vendor due diligence programs and prepare analyses.
• Conduct legal research and monitor legislative and regulatory developments.
• Maintain organized files and records for the Legal and Compliance Department.
• Support operational tasks to enhance department efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior management on legal and compliance initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate's degree accepted with relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Lexis research tools.
• Experience in contract negotiation and review is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.
• Track record of establishing solid relationships and being highly personable.