Paralegal - FS Funds

Our Private Funds team has an in-depth understanding of private assets. Our funds expertise and experience complement and enhance our broader offering across a range of industry sectors, including life sciences, TMT, financial services, energy, infrastructure and construction. Our Private Funds team has both scale and depth, providing expert, pragmatic and commercially focused advice on an international basis. The core team is supported by our tax and financial services regulatory practices, allowing us to bring together an efficient and effective team for each matter.

The attributes we are looking for are strong academics coupled with a real interest in business and commerce. You’ll want to be a part of a diverse, hard-working and progressive team that you will play a key role in helping to grow.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Forming part of a team of paralegals who are seconded (on a virtual basis) to a client to provide support to the legal team in connection with matters relating to the raising of closed-ended funds and the ongoing servicing of those funds.

• Providing general administrative support to fee-earners, including drafting, reviewing and proof-reading private fund and investor documentation.

• Researching points of law, regulation and market practice relevant to private funds and preparing reports on the same.

• Collating, organising, uploading and managing fund and investor documents.

• Working closely with associates, the wider paralegal team, partners and trainees within the Private Funds and wider FS Funds team to support fund establishments, fundraising processes, closings, restructurings and ongoing matters.

• Compiling and working through fund launch and closing checklists, coordinating subscription and signature processes and managing closing sets.

• Providing general administrative and legal support to the wider team and organisation as required.

Person specification

Education / qualifications / experience:

• Law graduate with a first or upper second class degree or equivalent.

• Experience using legal research databases (preferred); previous funds or financial services experience would be advantageous.

Knowledge and technical skills:

• Excellent IT skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

• Previous legal database or document management experience.

• Experience with legal AI tools (preferred).

General Skills/Attributes:

• Highly organised and methodical approach to the role as well as confidence with IT systems.

• Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently.

• Highly motivated, commercially astute and interested in private funds and asset management.

• Excellent communication skills and a collegiate, team-based attitude.

• The ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy.

• Self-motivated, hardworking, reliable and works well under pressure.

• Ability to work on multiple matters in parallel.

Here at Simmons & Simmons

Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.

Key Highlights:

• Competitive compensation package, (including bonuses, private medical insurance, and pension contribution).

• A global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities for all employees.

• A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in-office, subject to role and client needs.

• Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions.

• Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.

• Vibrant social and sports committees, as well as art collections featuring renowned artists.

• The introduction of a Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.

Equal opportunities

We foster an inclusive environment, offering equal employment opportunities across all spectrums of race, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and more. Requests for flexible working arrangements are supported (where possible), and we strive to make our roles accessible to all. Our employee networks offer additional support, detailed in our D&I Information booklet provided during the recruitment process.

We value diversity and encourage applications from those who are passionate and willing to grow with us, even if not all requirements are met. Your unique experiences and perspectives are welcomed here.

For more information or to apply, please contact our Recruitment Team or visit our career page.

About Us

Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges. We’re an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities.

A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.