Paralegal II - Investment Funds

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development.

As one of the world’s leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and management; restructurings; high-stakes litigation and trials; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don’t just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With 6,500 employees (including 3,500+ lawyers) operating from 19 cities across the United States, Europe and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.

Essential Job Functions

The Bay Area office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP is seeking an Investment Funds paralegal who will support multiple corporate partners and the overall practice on a variety of transactions.

Essential Functions:
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

• Prepares and maintains excel spreadsheets tracking investor subscriptions
• Updates and maintains Sharepoint tracking system and calendar for various deadlines
• Prepares and files (or coordinates the filing of) formation, tax and securities documents
• Reviews investor subscription materials for completeness, correctness and consistency
• Subscription Booklet Tracking and Indexing
• Reviews investor subscription booklets and indexes into Access database and identifies follow up
• Prepares and maintains various spreadsheets and reports
• Maintains hard and soft copies of subscription booklets and other related materials
• Assists with pre-closing, closing and post-closing activities
• Handles signature page distribution to client
• Prepares and files Form ID with the SEC and obtains SEC EDGAR codes
• Prepares and files Form D with SEC
• Provide legal and administrative support to Paralegals and Attorneys in the Corporate Department
• Proofread, duplicate and scan documents to PDF and save to DMS
• Perform clerical tasks as needed, e.g. make copies, create folder labels, prepare packages, write generic cover memos, etc.
• Commitment to work overtime, as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

Education, Work Experience, Skills

This position requires at least 5 years of paralegal experience preferably in a law firm handling complex matters for large corporate clients.  The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and experience in fund formation, and investment management.  Additional qualifications include excellent analytical and organizational abilities, solid communication and management skills, creativity and initiative.  A successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as with a team, have an acute attention to detail, and is able to multi-task and prioritize while working in a high pressure, deadline-driven environment. Flexibility for travel, and work overtime is required.

Technologies/Software

• Strong technical skills are required, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and a form of Document Management System.  Access experience a plus

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

How to Apply

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For applicants who are based in Bay Area, visit the following link for pay range information: http://staffjobsus.kirkland.com/pages/BAJOBID6552

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