Debt Finance Paralegal

We are currently recruiting for a brand-new Paralegal position, to work in the London office of a leading US law firm. The role will be offered on a permanent basis and will be to support the Debt Finance team. This fantastic opportunity will see you working in an excellent practice area, partaking in a range of activities including monitoring the market, coordinating KYC materials, and legal research. Paralegals at this firm are offered a range of high-quality work and exposure that is second to none. Typical duties will include (but are not limited to): • Satisfying KYC documentation requirements on transactions. • Liaising with external stakeholders to negotiate KYC documentation. • Performing Companies House searches and registrations. • Maintaining information databases for clients. • Drafting conditions precedent. • Reporting transactions for business development and knowhow purposes. • Monitoring and tracking the leveraged finance market. • Updating and developing the practice areas know how materials. • Ad hoc duties, as necessary. As such, the firm is looking for a driven Paralegal, with a strong academic background and interest in leveraged finance. Suitable applicants will also have gained over 6 months relevant prior experience in a paralegal or compliance role within a law firm or in-house legal department. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, as well as excellent attention to detail and organisation skills. Demonstrated experience with KYC and/or compliance in a deal execution team is highly desired. A highly competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, plus paid overtime and hybrid working arrangements. Please do not delay in applying, as the two-stage interview process will commence shortly.