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Preqin

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
    Research & Development
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need strong research and drafting skills, experience with LPAs, knowledge of private equity, contract familiarity, and the ability to meet deadlines and produce high-quality reports.
  • You will extract key legal terms from documents, support business development efforts, maintain data integrity, and perform additional relevant tasks as needed.

Requirements

  • Solid research, document review and analysis experience, particularly of LPAs
  • Excellent report writing and drafting skills
  • Knowledge of and experience in the private equity industry
  • Are familiar with commercial contracts
  • PQ within a reputable private equity / corporate/commercial practice or be a paralegal with demonstrable experience working in private practice
  • Have an eye to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality LPA extractions and reports
  • Organised and able to work to strict deadlines with the ability to prioritise realistically and to address potential issues

Responsibilities

  • Extract and summarise key legal and economic terms from fund-related legal documents in a timely and accurate manner
  • Participate in business development activities, such as contributing to bid development and preparation of materials for presentations, webinars, conferences and pitches
  • Ensure the quality and integrity of the files and data on the system are maintained
  • Undertake any other duties commensurate with the nature and position of the post

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Legal Associate at Colmore?

The main responsibility includes extracting and summarizing key legal and economic terms from fund-related legal documents in a timely and accurate manner.

What skills are required for the Legal Associate position?

Required skills include solid research, document review and analysis experience, excellent report writing and drafting skills, knowledge of the private equity industry, and attention to detail, among others.

Is previous experience in private equity necessary for this role?

Yes, knowledge of and experience in the private equity industry are important, as well as familiarity with commercial contracts.

What type of qualifications are preferred for the Legal Associate role?

While formal qualifications are not essential, experience working in private practice or being PQ within a reputable private equity/corporate/commercial practice is preferred.

What kind of work environment does Colmore promote?

Colmore promotes a culture centered on team members’ growth, collaboration, and recognition of contribution and high performance.

Are there opportunities for career development within the company?

Yes, Colmore is focused on building and growing learning programs, frameworks, and tools to help employees thrive in their careers.

What is the company's policy on diversity and equal opportunity?

Colmore follows an equal opportunity policy, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered without regard to various protected characteristics.

Will I be involved in business development activities as a Legal Associate?

Yes, you will participate in business development activities, including contributing to bid development and preparing materials for presentations and pitches.

How does Colmore ensure the quality and integrity of data?

As a Legal Associate, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of files and data on the system.

What tools will I be involved with in this position?

You will be involved in maintaining and building groundbreaking tools for the private markets investment industry related to legal term extraction and analysis.

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Preqin

Visit the Home of Alternatives at www.preqin.com

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Preqin is a company that specialises in providing data, insights, and analytics for the alternative assets industry. They offer a comprehensive platform that covers various asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, and hedge funds. Preqin's ultimate mission is to empower investors, fund managers, and other industry professionals with the information and tools they need to make informed decisions and drive success in the alternative assets space. Their purpose lies in providing accurate, timely, and actionable data, market intelligence, and research reports that enable clients to identify investment opportunities, benchmark performance, and gain a competitive edge. By connecting industry participants and providing insights into market trends and opportunities, Preqin aims to foster transparency, enhance decision-making, and facilitate the growth and development of the alternative assets industry.

Culture & Values

  • Be customer obsessed

    We exist for our customers. We listen to them and understand their challenges. We design best-in-class data solutions for their success.

  • Act with integrity

    We build trust through honesty and transparency. We’re committed to doing the right thing for our customers, our company, and each other.

  • Own your success

    We’re a high-performance team. We challenge and champion each other in our pursuit of excellence. We never stop learning and strive to become experts in our fields.

  • Think forward

    We lead the industry through innovation. We foster collaboration and creativity to solve our clients’ next challenge and give them a competitive advantage.

  • Make an impact

    We drive positive change as individuals, and as a company. We’re passionate about creating a better tomorrow for our industry and our communities.