CAREERS THAT CHANGE THE WORLD
OUR CULTURE Cambridge Associates believes culture is central to your success and ours. We believe in a vibrant, values-driven culture that is supportive, inclusive, and diverse. Here, we celebrate the individual while we support global connectivity. At CA, collaboration wins, kindness matters, and your success is our priority. o We foster an inclusive and diverse environment that enables all individuals to engage and bring their full selves to work.
OUR CLIENTS Cambridge Associates believes our clients come first. Our clients are the most compelling endowments, foundations, pensions, private clients and institutional investors around the globe. We lock arms with them to meet and exceed their investment objectives, so they can change the world.
OUR PEOPLE Cambridge Associates __believes we do our best when you do your best. At CA, we are only as successful as you are. We actively recruit and invest in the most dynamic and diverse talent and then empower you to succeed. By leveraging your unique skills, developing your individual career goals, and building a collaborative global community of connected, diverse individuals, we build a community that is stronger together.
But enough about us. Tell us about YOU o Are you a bold individual seeking an opportunity to contribute to a value-based, collaborative environment in some of the most exciting cities around the globe? o Are you eager to work for an organization committed to diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and Corporate Social Responsibility? o Do you strive to work in an environment that encourages innovation and teamwork? o Are you a thought leader who cares about making a difference in the world while contributing to an amazing culture? o Do you value a challenging professional opportunity where you can leverage your skills , gain a valuable foundational in finance and investment , and build a long-term career development plan? o Are you seeking a competitive salary a robust and comprehensive benefits program , and a variety of attractive benefits and perks?
THE OPPORTUNITY This individual will join a collegial and collaborative team environment within the Legal Department. The Investments Legal Team is seeking an experienced paralegal with alternative investments experience to help ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the group. The successful candidate will gain valuable real-world investment experience working alongside attorneys, operations professionals, and investment professionals as they establish investment vehicles, and negotiate investments into funds, managed accounts, and various other products. Investment products and strategies include private funds, such as private equity, venture capital and hedge funds, as well as more traditional investments.
RESPONSIBILITIES The individual will be expected to perform the following functions: · Review, analyze and assess investment documentation. Related responsibilities include: (a) the intake of legal review requests and their associated documentation; and (b) assisting teams with gathering all necessary documents, prior reviews, information and redlines. · Assist with the formation and ongoing operation of legal entities, including investment vehicles. This work may entail maintaining and enhancing records, managing closing checklists, assisting with filings, entity liquidation and related matters. · Track, record, maintain and update information about our clients. May include recording tax, jurisdictional and regulatory concerns and preferences, as well as required or preferred terms. · Maintain and enhance records of fund reviews and side letters, such as (a) date of last review, (b) date of documents reviewed, (c) type of clients previously invested and (d) agreements pertaining to preferred fees and terms. · Liaise with Research, Investment and Operations teams to deliver and receive information on investment products, timing, and other information. · Assist all members of the Legal Department on various matters.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of paralegal experience is strongly preferred
- Project management experience is strongly preferred
- Alternative investments experience is preferred, but open to candidates with strong interest in learning the space
- Organized, detail-oriented, deadline-focused, and happy to work in a fast-paced investment environment. This individual should enjoy organizing, managing, and improving systems and processes
- Ability to communicate and interact with peers and external contacts in an effective, tactful, and professional manner
- Ability to deal discretely with sensitive, confidential information concerning clients and corporate affairs
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.
