Legal Associate

4 weeks ago


New York, United States $90Bn Asset Manager Full time

Legal Associate / Paralegal – Global Distribution Team

Compensation: $100-115k base + disc. bonus

NYC 4 days a week ; 1 day WFH


A leading global asset management firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Associate / Paralegal to join its Legal Team while focusing on the firm's Distribution. The firm specializes in distributing a wide range of financial products through institutional and private wealth channels. This is a dynamic role requiring a proactive individual to manage and review contracts for placement agents, working closely with both internal and external legal counsel.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the review, drafting, negotiation, and tracking of distribution and placement agent agreements with third-party intermediaries, both domestically and globally.
  • Act as a liaison between the firm and counterparties to finalize agreements, coordinating with global colleagues and other stakeholders to resolve time-sensitive matters.
  • Assist in the preparation and organization of materials for due diligence requests.
  • Review client-facing documentation and provide support for the Legal department's day-to-day operations.
  • Develop and maintain tracking systems and materials using data from across the organization.
  • Coordinate the review of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in collaboration with external counsel.
  • Establish strong working relationships with various teams to support client needs.
  • Ensure all legal records are stored securely and are easily accessible to support knowledge-sharing and compliance.
  • Manage the coordination of document signatures and other materials.
  • Participate in special projects and additional responsibilities as required.


Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience at a top law firm or in-house legal department within the financial services industry.
  • Strong experience with reviewing contracts, particularly in the context of financial services.
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Proficiency in using project management software (e.g., Monday.com) and familiarity with Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Solutions-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong work ethic, team player, and a genuine interest in the intersection of law, technology, and finance.



Ideal Candidate:

  • Candidates with prior experience at leading asset management firms, particularly those involved in institutional and retail product distribution, are highly encouraged to apply.
  • Strong candidates from major law firms with relevant experience in financial services and no immediate plans to pursue law school are also welcome.


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