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Prospect Capital

Paralegal

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  • Full Time
  • $65,000 - $90,000
  • New York, NY
June 6, 2025 Paralegal

Job Description

Prospect Capital

Founded in 1988, Prospect Capital is an alternative asset management firm with $11.5B+ of assets under management, including permanent capital. Prospect pursues multiple strategies in the US, including direct lending, private equity, real estate private equity and structured credit. Prospect has a long-term, value-oriented approach that employs fundamental bottoms-up research to identify investments that offer attractive risk and reward.


With offices in New York City, Connecticut, and Florida, the firm is comprised of 150+ experienced professionals who value entrepreneurship, intellectual rigor, hard work and continuous improvement.


The Position


Legal Research & Case Support

  • Conduct legal research and assist in drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and related documents.
  • Support litigation counsel in managing case files, preparing trial materials, and organizing discovery.
  • Perform fact-checking, document review, and background investigations in connection with legal proceedings.

Contract & Document Management

  • Review, edit, and maintain various contracts and legal documents.
  • Assist in updating compliance policies, procedures, and internal regulatory documents.
  • Organize and manage corporate governance materials and legal records for Prospect Capital and its controlled subsidiaries.

Administrative & Operational Support

  • Prepare, track, and process legal invoices and billing matters.
  • Manage legal team calendars, deadlines, and task workflows.
  • Attend legal-related meetings and external proceedings alongside attorneys, providing support as needed.
  • Schedule meetings, handle confidential information, and maintain organized digital and physical legal files.


Desired Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree from a leading college or university.
  • Proven experience in a legal environment, preferably with exposure to corporate law. Paralegal experience is a plus.
  • Proficient in conducting legal research and in using various resources such as legal databases and online tools.
  • Proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
  • Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and concepts.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills. 
  • Be able to produce high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment. 
  • Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in document review and preparation.


The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $90,000 plus an annual discretionary performance-based bonus. Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience and performance. 


In addition to the base salary, the hired professional is eligible for comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and AD&D. You'll also have access to pretax benefit accounts, including FSA, HSA, and Commuter accounts. Our perks go beyond the basics with a mentorship program, daily in-office paid breakfast and lunch, company-sponsored ski and sailing trips, and regular happy hours. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.


Salary
  • $65,000 - $90,000


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