Senior Paralegal – Financial Services – Boston, MA
We are seeking a Senior Paralegal to join a highly successful investment management firm in Boston, MA. This role sits within the Legal & Compliance Global Delivery and Enablement team and supports contracting and documentation initiatives related to client platform activities. The Senior Paralegal will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of agreements, while also contributing to process improvements and the development of technology-enabled solutions – including AI-driven tools – to enhance contracting efficiency and scalability. The ideal candidate will bring 4+ years of paralegal and contract experience within an asset management or financial services environment, along with strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
This is a 6-month contract position that will pay $40-48/hr (depending on experience). This position supports a hybrid work model, onsite 4 days per week in their Boston office.
Responsibilities:
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Draft, review, and negotiate investment management agreements, amendments, ancillary documents, RFP responses, and non-disclosure agreements
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Serve as a primary point of contact for advisory legal teams, business development, and relationship management partners
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Collaborate with legal team members to support contracting and documentation efforts
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Assist with complex documentation issues and help establish appropriate controls and processes
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Support the development and implementation of legal technology solutions, including AI tools and Microsoft Power Platform applications
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Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes, workflow design, and operational efficiency
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or a related field is required
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4 – 5+ years of paralegal or contracting experience
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Financial services industry experience required (asset management strongly preferred)
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Experience supporting legal or contracting functions within an asset manager, financial institution, or large corporate environment
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Familiarity with legal technology applications and process improvement initiatives
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Strong business judgment, collaboration, and risk awareness
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex concepts clearly
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
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Additional language skills are a plus, but not required
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Lydia at [email protected].
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