We have partnered with a multi-stage Venture Capital firm that is seeking a Legal Affairs professional (Paralegal) to join their expanding Legal Department in Boston. The position will work closely with internal legal team members & external advisors in several functional areas to support critical transactional responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career legal professional looking to move into the financial services space, expand upon their experience, and support emerging organizations at every stage of company-building journey. This position will sit hybrid out of the firm's Boston Office.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to the firm's operations team on a broad range of legal matters, including the management of key transactions
- Coordinate transaction closings; prepare, redline, review, and process legal documents; signature collection and ownership of the closing process
- Oversee corporate entity management (formations, dissolutions, name changes, and structure chart updates)
- Collaborate with various internal stakeholders across Legal and various business teams to assist in important projects
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of Legal experience at a Law firm or within the financial services industry (Experience coordinating VC financings is a strong plus).
- Knowledge of venture capital financing transactions or emerging organization experience preferred
- Ability to develop practical solutions in the face of business tradeoffs
- Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset
