Legal Consultant / Paralegal / Foreign Associate in Investment Funds | Structured Finance | Financial Regulation

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Junior Legal Consultant / Paralegal / Foreign Associate (m/f/d)Investment Funds | Structured Finance | Financial RegulationFrankfurt am MainAn international law firm is seeking a motivated junior legal professional to join its specialist Investment Funds, Structured Finance and Financial Regulation practice in Frankfurt.This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal, foreign associate, legal consultant, or junior lawyer with a strong interest in finance and financial services regulation to develop expertise in a highly specialised and growing area of practice.Unlike traditional legal roles, this position sits at the intersection of law, finance, investment funds, insurance regulation and structured products.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with financial information, analysing data and understanding how legal and commercial considerations interact.The RoleYou will work closely with an experienced practitioner advising international clients on investment funds, structured finance transactions and regulatory matters affecting insurance companies, asset managers and institutional investors.Key responsibilities include:Supporting Solvency II regulatory reporting and related legal analysisReviewing investment portfolios and carrying out asset classification assessmentsAssisting with capital calculations and reporting models used by insurance sector clientsDrafting and supporting the preparation of regulatory and legal opinionsSupporting the structuring and establishment of investment fundsAssisting with securitisation transactions and the drafting of related financial instrumentsCoordinating information gathering and analysis for complex transactions and projectsReviewing and analysing financial statements, portfolio data and valuation informationSupporting risk management and regulatory framework design projectsAssisting with banking and financial services regulatory adviceCollaborating with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions on cross-border mattersWho We Are Looking ForWe are particularly interested in candidates who combine legal training with a genuine interest in finance and financial markets.You may be:A paralegal, legal consultant, foreign associate or junior lawyerA graduate with an LL.B., LL.M. or equivalent legal qualificationA candidate pursuing qualification in Germany or another European jurisdictionAn individual with academic or practical exposure to finance, banking, investment funds, capital markets or insurance regulationDesired Skills & ExperienceStrong academic background in lawInterest in corporate finance, financial services, investment funds or structured financeAbility to understand financial statements and financial reporting conceptsBasic knowledge of valuation concepts and discounted cash flow (DCF) methodologiesGood numerical skills and confidence working with figures and calculationsSolid Excel skills and willingness to develop more advanced modelling capabilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent attention to detailProfessional working proficiency in EnglishGerman language skills at B2 level or aboveCollaborative and proactive approach to learningParticularly Attractive For Candidates WhoHave completed or are pursuing an LL.M. in finance, banking, capital markets or a related disciplineHave gained experience within a law firm, bank, asset manager, insurer, regulator or financial institutionEnjoy combining legal analysis with quantitative and commercial thinkingAre interested in developing expertise in investment funds, securitisations, Solvency II and financial regulationAspire to qualify fully in Germany or another European jurisdiction What We Offer Direct exposure to highly specialised, international work from day oneA steep learning curve in investment funds, structured finance and insurance regulationSignificant responsibility and client contact at an early stageClose mentoring within a small, expert teamExposure to both legal and financial analysisThe opportunity to build a unique skill set combining law, finance and regulationFor ambitious junior professionals seeking a role that goes beyond traditional legal practice and offers genuine expertise at the intersection of law and finance, this represents an exceptional opportunity.