Senior Associate, Paralegal (Regulatory & International Legal)

New York, New York Permanent USD82,500 - USD100,000 per year View Job Description
This position plays a key role in meeting the legal needs of European funds and affiliates, offering broad exposure to corporate governance, cross-border fund operations, and both U.S. and international regulatory initiatives. The role also provides engagement with emerging topics such as privacy, ESG, political influences on regulation, and foreign licensing.
  • Gain global exposure to regulatory and international legal matters
  • Work on emerging topics like ESG, privacy, and cross-border compliance

About Our Client

The company is a reputable organization within the Financial Services industry, known for its expertise and commitment to excellence. As a mid-sized organization, it offers a structured yet supportive environment for professional growth and development.

Job Description

  • Setting up, launching, and maintaining recordkeeping for European funds
  • Drafting fund offering documents, including country-specific supplements, and managing version control and translations
  • Coordinating with outside counsel and consultants on foreign fund registrations and distribution arrangements
  • Responding to due diligence and anti-money-laundering (AML) requests
  • Reviewing marketing materials for compliance with competing regulatory standards
  • Preparing electronic and printed board materials for quarterly meetings of European funds and international affiliates; assisting with logistics and minute-taking
  • Executing routine international regulatory filings for the organization and its funds
  • Reviewing contracts and maintaining a centralized contract recordkeeping system
  • Managing privacy-related documents, records, and compliance processes
  • Assisting in special projects and initiatives from research through to deliverable production
  • Overseeing electronic and paper document management, mailbox oversight, invoice processing, and calendar coordination



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Paralegal should have:

  • A strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling legal documents.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of two years' law firm experience, ideally with a corporate or finance focus
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for continuous learning
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Proactive, responsive, and able to work independently on routine matters while collaborating on complex projects
  • Excellent oral, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Solid analytical and project management capabilities
  • Comfortable partnering with colleagues and service providers in global locations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and aptitude for learning new databases and software quickly
  • Demonstrated commitment to inclusive behaviors and diverse perspectives

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with funds, investment management, or regulatory matters at a law firm or in-house legal team
  • Paralegal experience within an international organization



If you are an experienced and motivated Paralegal, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to excellence.

Contact
Kathryn Mettler
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6862041

Job summary

Sector
Legal
Sub Sector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - In House
Industry
Business Services
Location
New York
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kathryn Mettler
Job Reference
JN-102025-6862041