Decile Group (https://decilegroup.com) is transforming venture capital into a force for good in the world. We are working to launch 1,000 next-generation venture capital firms by 2025, changing the face of venture capital. We run VC Lab, the leading venture capital accelerator worldwide and operate the Decile Hub platform, reducing the barriers of entry for next generation investors to launch and grow meaningful early-stage investment firms.
We are hiring a Legal Operations Associate to help launch and maintain multiple venture capital firms around the world by working with general partners (fund managers) on their fund paperwork and fund operational matters from formation to governance to compliance, etc.
The ideal candidate will have a paralegal and legal/fund operations background, with ideally some knowledge and experience in venture capital. Experience performing legal work under attorney supervision is required.
Decile Group provides a fast-paced startup environment, where everyone has the opportunity to help with everything. You will have an opportunity to experience every facet of venture capital and build the future of venture investing. This is a unique opportunity to ramp up your experience in the field of venture capital.
Remote candidates will be considered. Applicants for this role need to be based in the U.S.
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Operations Associate responsibilities include:
Support the formation and maintenance/governance needs of general partners (and their funds) around the world, potentially with expanding domiciles
Coordinate with legal partners in preparing fund formation and governance agreements
Work with our evolving premiere SaaS for VC firms
Help take ownership of fund client accounts and relationships
What You Have:
3 + years of experience in legal or fund operations (performing legal work)
Strong professional phone and videoconferencing persona
High digital literacy, able to learn new software quickly
Strong ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Composed in high stress situations
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
High emotional intelligence and intuition
Proactive attitude to tackle any opportunity or challenge
Skills to create logical solutions to complex problems
Detail-oriented and analytical nature, particularly with respect to legal agreements
Ability to thrive in a fast-growing business
Flexible and adaptable
What We Offer:
Ability to help change the world
Perks of a fast-growing startup
Flexible remote work environment
Medical and dental
Flexible PTO
This is great fit if you…
Want to break into the venture capital industry at a startup
Want the ability to help change the world
Want to work in a vibrant work environment with passionate and capable team members
Want opportunities for personal growth and potential role expansion in operations
Are a paralegal wanting to transition into legal and fund operations
Bonuses:
2+ years of experience in venture capital
Experience working in a startup
Experience working in a startup or incubator
Experience working with startup financings
Multi-lingual
SaaS experience
How to Apply:
If you don't tick every box above, we'd still encourage you to apply. We're building a diverse team whose skills balance and complement one another.
Please describe why you are uniquely qualified for this position as a Legal Operations Associate in the competitive field of Venture Capital to apply, as well as submit your resume and cover letter.
