Senior Paralegal – Funds Finance

Paul Hastings

. Support the management of complex fund finance deals and/or projects .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $101,500 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in managing fund finance transactions, including preparation and negotiation of closing documents, while providing mentorship to junior paralegals. Exhibits strong organizational skills and effective communication to coordinate workflows and client interactions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fund Finance Transaction ManagementAdvanced Proficiency in MS ExcelDocument Management Systems (e.g., iManage)Excellent Written and Verbal Communication SkillsABA-Approved Paralegal Certificate

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Hard Skills

Fund Finance ExperienceTransaction Document PreparationUCC and Lien Search ProficiencyClosing Binder ManagementTimekeeping and Expense Reporting Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Teamwork OrientationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Manage Multiple PrioritiesMentoring and Training Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS OutlookMS WordMS PowerPointWeb-Based Conference Call ApplicationsDocument Editing/Comparison Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

ABA-Approved Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

Fund FinanceLegal Billing ProcessesTransaction Status CoordinationClient InteractionWorkflow Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the management of complex fund finance deals and/or projects
Coordinate finance-related workflow and act as a senior resource to the Fund Finance team
Independently manage the full life cycle of assigned fund finance transactions from origination through closing and post-closing
Prepare, negotiate, and finalize transactional and closing documents under attorney direction
Prepare and manage closing binders, closing checklists, and signature pages
Track and resolve outstanding closing and post-closing items
Review and quality-check junior paralegals’ work product and provide guidance and feedback
Organize, review, and maintain transaction documents and files, including UCC filings, entity diligence, and lien searches
Maintain master deal lists, client information, and confidential records
Serve as a resource for deal status across the practice group
Act as primary point of contact for clients and lenders regarding transaction status and logistics
Participate in and help drive client and strategy calls; prepare meeting minutes and action-item trackers
Train, mentor, and help onboard junior paralegals
Coordinate with internal resources and third-party vendor services
Coordinate with other Firm departments to streamline processes and satisfy department needs
Identify and implement improvements to workflows, templates, and precedent
Handle additional related projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5+ years of paralegal experience with relevant fund finance or finance-related experience (required)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong teamwork orientation (required)
Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications
Advanced proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications
Fundamental proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications
Advanced proficiency in online research and internet resources, including UCC and lien search platforms
Proficiency with document management systems (e.g., iManage)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Working knowledge of timekeeping and expense reporting applications
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of legal billing processes
Ability to work overtime as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment
Generous total compensation package
Opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
Lifestyle Spending Account
Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
Retirement Plan Consulting
Anniversary Bonus Program
Professional Development Programs
Transportation and Commuter Benefits
International Travel Insurance
Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
Prepaid Legal Insurance
Employee Discounts