Paralegal

Weiss Asset Management (WAM), a Boston-based investment firm, is seeking a Paralegal to join our Legal team. In this role, you will work closely with both internal teams and external counsel, providing support across a diverse range of legal matters that touch nearly every facet of the firm’s operations. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a strong intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to immerse themselves in the inner workings of an investment firm. While prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is not required, a demonstrated interest in law or finance is essential. Past team members in this role have gone on to attend top law schools or transition into investment positions within the firm.

This position will commence in Winter 2026 or Summer 2026, making it an excellent opportunity for December 2025 or May 2026 graduates, and carries an expectation of a minimum two-year commitment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with brokers and other counterparties to establish and maintain trading relationships

• Maintain company records related to contracts, corporate governance, and legal entities

• Work with outside counsel on discovery and document requests for litigation and related matters 

• Support the preparation and filing of contracts, legal documents, and regulatory materials for a registered investment adviser

• Draft and negotiate various agreements and other legal documents in collaboration with attorneys and stakeholders

• Collaborate with our investment and business teams to address legal and regulatory needs

About the Company:

For over 30 years, Weiss Asset Management has developed proprietary value-based investment strategies designed to deliver high risk-adjusted returns to our investors, who include charitable foundations, pension plans, endowments, hospitals, government entities and private investors. We manage approximately $4 billion across hedge funds and institutional accounts. We work collaboratively to solve problems, and to identify undervalued assets through deep fundamental research, statistical analysis and an analytically rigorous approach to decision making. Above all else, we value integrity, uncompromising rationality, creativity and entrepreneurship, and continuous learning and improvement.

Our team of over 120 individuals is the engine of our success and we welcome truly exceptional candidates from all backgrounds.

WAM is a fit for you if:

• You enjoy a collaborative environment, where decisions are made in diverse teams. At WAM, all employees can expect to work directly with members of other departments representing a range of backgrounds.

• You work well in a flat structure and are comfortable voicing dissenting opinion. Talent and work ethic will dictate what you can achieve at WAM, as evidenced by the fact that our president and the majority of our managing directors began their careers here as interns.

• You are driven to constantly learn, improve, and make rational decisions based in fact and data, and you welcome receiving feedback as well as sharing knowledge with others.

• You prioritize acting ethically in all situations.

WAM is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.