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How much do hedge fund paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for hedge fund paralegal in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hedge fund paralegal?

A Hedge Fund Paralegal supports the legal and compliance teams of a hedge fund by assisting with regulatory filings, contract management, and corporate governance. They help review investment documents, maintain compliance records, and liaise with external counsel. The role requires knowledge of securities regulations, fund structures, and financial transactions. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential to ensure the fund operates within legal guidelines.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a hedge fund paralegal?

As a Hedge Fund Paralegal, your daily responsibilities often include preparing, reviewing, and maintaining fund documentation, assisting with regulatory filings, and conducting legal research for compliance matters. You may also coordinate with attorneys, fund managers, and compliance teams to support transactional activities and ensure all legal documents are up-to-date and accurately filed. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines are key in this fast-paced setting. This role often demands clear communication and collaboration, as you'll frequently liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth fund operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the hedge fund paralegal position?

To excel as a Hedge Fund Paralegal, you need a solid understanding of securities law, regulatory compliance, and legal documentation, typically backed by a bachelor's degree and relevant paralegal certification. Familiarity with legal research databases, SEC filing systems such as EDGAR, and document management tools is crucial. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential information are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate legal support, minimize compliance risks, and enable effective collaboration in the fast-paced hedge fund environment.

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Experienced Paralegal - Corporate/Trusts & Estates

FAF Services LLC

Sarasota, FL • Remote

$30 - $65/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

Senior Trust & Corporate Paralegal – Family Office


We are establishing and managing a sophisticated single-family office serving two high-net-worth families with multiple trusts, family businesses, investment entities, and private holding companies. We are seeking an experienced Trust and Corporate Paralegal to assist with the administration, governance, and coordination of these structures.


This position is ideal for a highly organized, self-directed professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced but flexible environment and who requires minimal supervision.


Responsibilities

  • Assist with the administration of numerous irrevocable and revocable trusts.
  • Coordinate with trustees, beneficiaries, family members, attorneys, accountants, investment advisors, bankers, and other professionals.
  • Maintain corporate records for multiple entities, including corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and special purpose vehicles.
  • Prepare and maintain organizational documents, annual consents, resolutions, minutes, ownership schedules, and entity charts.
  • Track entity compliance requirements, filing deadlines, annual reports, and governance matters.
  • Assist with trust distributions, account openings, asset transfers, and documentation requests.
  • Organize and maintain electronic files and records for trusts, entities, and investments.
  • Monitor capital calls, subscription documents, K-1s, and investment-related correspondence.
  • Help develop and implement systems, procedures, and best practices for the family office.
  • Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in dealing with sensitive family, financial, and business matters.


Qualifications

  • Minimum of five (5) years of substantive experience as a trust and estates paralegal, corporate paralegal, private trust company professional, or in a family office environment.
  • Demonstrated experience working with trustees, family businesses, closely held entities, and multiple corporate structures.
  • Ability to manage numerous matters simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic document management systems.
  • Ability to work independently, anticipate issues, and complete projects with minimal direction.
  • Excellent judgment, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality.


Preferred Qualifications

Experience with any of the following is highly desirable:

  • Trust accounting systems and trust administration platforms.
  • Preparation and review of fiduciary accountings.
  • Private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, and real estate investment structures.
  • Subscription agreements, capital calls, distribution notices, and investor reporting.
  • Delaware trust administration and directed trust structures.
  • Multi-generational family office operations.
  • Coordination of tax return preparation and collection of information for fiduciary, partnership, and corporate tax filings.
  • Familiarity with family office software, document management systems, and workflow automation tools.


Compensation and Schedule

Hours are flexible and may be structured as full-time, part-time, or reduced-hour arrangements for the right candidate. Some remote work may be available.

Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.

Important


Please do not apply unless you possess at least five years of relevant trust, estate, corporate, private trust company, or family office paralegal experience. We are seeking an individual who can contribute immediately and who has substantial prior experience working with trustees, family-owned enterprises, investment entities, and complex ownership structures.

A successful candidate will be a self-starter who enjoys creating order from complexity, is comfortable handling a broad range of responsibilities, and is looking for a long-term opportunity to grow with an evolving family office.