Role Overview
Our client is a leading crypto-native investment firm and they are seeking a Paralegal or Corporate Secretarial professional to support the firms legal and operational functions. This role will be key in ensuring compliance, managing governance processes, and working closely with fund administrators, external counsel, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, experience in corporate secretarial/legal operations within funds or financial services, and the ability to operate in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support AML/KYC review processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assist with entity management, statutory filings, and regulatory submissions across multiple jurisdictions.
- Work with fund administrators, legal counsel, and other external partners on compliance and corporate secretarial matters.
- Prepare reports and maintain accurate compliance and governance documentation.
- Track and manage legal deadlines, filings, and workflows to ensure timely execution.
- Facilitate communication and document flow between internal teams and external service providers.
- Contribute to process improvements for greater operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years experience as a paralegal, corporate secretary, or legal operations professional in a fund, investment firm, or financial services environment.
- Strong knowledge of AML/KYC procedures and regulatory compliance.
- Hands-on experience with corporate governance and fund administration.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication in English; proficiency in Chinese is highly preferred.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Cayman or other offshore fund structures.
- Exposure to venture capital, hedge funds, crypto/fintech, or private equity.
- Prior experience supporting cross-border compliance or working in a fast-growth/startup setting.
