Paralegal, Global Opportunities

Our Company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $205 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets and listed equities.  The firm has over 1200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com.

Responsibilities

The Paralegal will be a member of our flagship Global Opportunities department. This role will work with investment professionals (including two senior embedded attorneys), our Corporate Legal, Tax and Accounting Departments and other corporate support groups and portfolio companies on matters related to investments made and held by the funds, supporting the review and negotiation of various agreements related to fund activities, provide support to business groups and other investment team matters.  Responsibilities will include:

• Working with the investment team and outside counsel to assist with transaction execution including finalizing definitive documentation and execution and closing of transactions
• Assisting with reviewing transaction documentation in connection with comments delivered from the investment team to outside counsel
• Assisting with investment entity structuring and compliance policy integration with portfolio company policies and procedures
• Assisting with inbound requests for information on investments held within the funds to support regulatory, investor and other inquiries
• Responding to “know your customer” requests from Oaktree counterparties and collecting documents in connection with such requests and deal related matters
• Assisting with document production for legal proceedings
• Collaborating with and providing backup support for other team members, as necessary; and other matters in connection with special projects that arise from time to time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Paralegal experience working in the transactional legal industry or with financial institutions Experience with closing transactions, M&A deals, loan closings, restructuring deals, and/or private equity
• Strong negotiation, communication, writing and editing skills 
• Careful reviewer of documentation
• Strong attention to detail
• Outstanding analytic and organizational skills

Personal Attributes
 

The successful candidate will possess:

• An outstanding initiative, attention to detail and a strong work ethic
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Be willing to work with others in a collaborative team setting
• Ability to work independently without close supervision
• Take ownership of tasks and projects
• Be willing to work overtime as needed
• Possess strong problem-solving skills with thoughtful escalation management 
• Feel comfortable negotiating agreements with third parties
• Possess strong integrity and professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal certification or J.D. preferred

Base Salary Range

$95,000 - $120,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement.  The base salary offered will be commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as prior training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.