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Legal Assistant - Alternative Investment

London
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Legal Assistant - Alternative Investments (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Ryder Reid Legal is working with a leading international law firm to recruit a Legal Assistant to join its Alternative Investments team in London on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to sophisticated investment funds work, supporting lawyers on a broad range of matters across the private equity, hedge fund, and real estate funds space. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and fast-paced team, providing both transactional and administrative support on complex, high-profile matters.

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Key Details:

  • Contract: Initial 12-month fixed-term contract
  • Previous experience working within a law firm is essential
  • Exposure to alternative investments, investment funds, or CLO transactions would be advantageous
  • Hybrid working and a competitive annual salary on offer
  • Opportunity to work closely with leading lawyers on fund formations, investments, and related transactions

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build upon their legal support experience within a top-tier international firm, gaining valuable exposure to complex funds work while developing their skills in a highly regarded team.

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Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years, we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

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Skills

Legal Support
Alternative Investments
Investment Funds
Private Equity
Hedge Funds
Real Estate Funds
CLO Transactions
Fund Formations
Transactional Support
Administrative Support

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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