Company: Mercer
Description:
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Senior Paralegal looking to develop their career within a leading investments and professional services firm. Based in our Belfast office, this is a hybrid role that requires working at least three days a week in the office.
You will be joining a global business of investment professionals and will work closely with Mercer Alternatives legal, tax, compliance, and investment teams on a diverse range of private market transactions, operations, and marketing content reviews.
We will count on you to:
* Assist the legal team in all aspects of a transaction, including review and negotiation of documentation, completion of subscription documents, preparation of internal reports and presentations to investment committees, closing, and execution.
* Provide support to attorneys on a wide range of legal matters such as corporate transactions and filings, closings, benefit matters, litigation support and subpoena response, insurance, regulatory, licensing, and in other areas as assigned.
* Provide legal support and advice to investment teams on a range of corporate actions related to private market investments.
* Work closely with Mercer external legal counsel in relation to the above, where appropriate, to include managing timely delivery of projects and advice within agreed scope and budget.
* Support the wider Legal and Compliance team with internal projects and assist in other general legal matters and Compliance activities.
What you need to have:
* Previous experience gained in an international law firm or in-house legal department (ideally of an asset or fund manager, particularly with previous knowledge of private markets).
* Excellent organisational, drafting, and negotiation skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint.
* Strong commercial acumen with an ability to deliver clear and pragmatic solutions.
* Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, proactively managing multiple deadlines and tasks.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage expectations well.
What makes you stand out:
* Finance-based experience including Private Markets, Banking, M&A, or Investments.
Why join our team:
* We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
* We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.
* Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
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