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Corporate Assistant
Job Opening: London-Based Corporate Assistant
Overview
The Maples Group is a leading global provider of financial and legal services, serving some of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations. Known for outstanding professionalism, we are built on a team of 2,500+ tenacious, ethical, and exacting-excellent professionals operating across key financial hubs in the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our dual financial and legal services allow for vibrant cross-disciplinary learning and career growth. We are now seeking a London-based Corporate Assistant to join our prestigious team. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality of opportunity in fostering world-class talent.
About the Role
We are expanding our Funds Team in London and need a dedicated Corporate Assistant to support the establishment and maintenance of a dynamic Cayman-domiciled investment funds portfolio—which includes private equity, hedge funds, and alternative asset classes, along with broader corporate activities.
This role demands high client interaction, requiring excellent written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate must also be exceptionally organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting the Funds Team with the setup and formation of Cayman funds structured as:
- Companies
- Partnerships
- Unit trusts
- Preparing, reviewing, and/or drafting legal and compliance documentation for Cayman Islands regulatory filings related to the firm’s portfolio of companies, partnerships, and trusts
- Serving as a primary liaison between:
- Onshore legal departments at client law firms
- Maples Corporate Services (Cayman Islands) for legal and regulatory filings
- Managing e-filing submissions to Cayman Islands regulatory bodies
- Supporting billing processes and Work in Progress (WIP) control
- Coordinating between the legal and corporate services teams to ensure a smooth client experience
- Assisting with internal special projects as required
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Experience & Expectations
We seek a candidate with:
- Attention to detail and unwavering professionalism
- Strong multitasking and organisational skills
- Self-motivation—ability to work with minimal supervision
- Exceptional communication (written and verbal)
- Customer service orientation, problem-solving ability, and collaborative teamwork skills
- Confidence in client interaction
- Capacity to thrive under pressure while meeting tight deadlines
Professional qualities to embody:
- Differences in culture and backgrounds are valued—this team is built on collaboration, conscientiousness, drive, and purpose
- Commitment to adherence to internal policies, procedures, and standards
Benefits & Rewards
At The Maples Group, professional relationships thrive when both sides invest in success. We prioritise the health and well-being of our employees, offering:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, optical)
- Competitive vacation packages
- Professional development funding and educational support
- Savings and pension plans
- Organisational life insurance
- Travel insurance
- Global mental wellness program
- Access to company sports and social events
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About the Maples Group
Since its inception over five decades ago, The Maples Group has established itself as one of the world’s most respected professional services firms, offering expertise in:
- Fiduciary services
- Fund administration
- Regulatory and compliance solutions
- Entity formation and management (specialising in British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey, and Luxembourg)
Explore our corporate culture, team, and available opportunities at maples.com or via our Careers page and LinkedIn.
Discovery of a Condition or Conviction
The Maples Group conducts background screening for all members who receive a conditional job offer, including criminal record checks (relevant to country of placement). While a check does not automatically result in the withdrawal of an offer, all decisions are made on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as the role, and context of any past offence. Applicants with a record will have the opportunity to discuss with us before a decision is reached.
Disclaimer
The Maples Group uses all submitted application and personal data only for recruitment-related purposes. Further details about privacy practices can be found at maples.com/privacy.
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