Legal Assistant - France - 2027

About Meridiam

Meridiam was founded in 2005 by Thierry Déau, based on the belief that aligning the interests of the public and private sectors can provide solutions to the essential needs of communities. Meridiam is a mission-driven company under French law, specialising in the development, financing and long-term management of sustainable public infrastructure across three sectors: the mobility of goods and people, the energy transition and the environment, and social infrastructure. Meridiam is ISO 9001:2015 certified, holds Advanced Sustainability certification from Vigeo Eiris, and has developed its own ESG methodology—covering environmental, social and governance criteria—and impact methodology based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 

Role Summary

The candidate will support the General Secretary’s team within the Finance Department, assisting with and preparing corporate governance matters and the administration of managed funds. This is a full-time position based in the Paris office.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

•       Oral and written responses in French and English

•    Support to corporate officers in connection with the management of Meridiam group funds and companies (KYC, correspondence, corporate governance matters, formalities)

•       Scheduling and administrative preparation of meetings of the various governance bodies (boards, committees)

•       Finalise the pro forma layout of documents on behalf of the General Secretary (powers of attorney, corporate decisions, etc.)

•       Prepare and update corporate documentation required for the development of Meridiam projects (prequalification documents)

•       Assistance with the implementation of internal procedures

Job Requirements

•       Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Law

•       Fluent or native-level English required

•       Experience in corporate or fund management, or in a law firm in an administrative and legal capacity

•       Basic knowledge of companies (corporate law and company structures)

•       Proficiency with standard office software

•       Attention to detail

•       Forward planning and workload management

•       Priority management

•       Adaptability

•       Ability to communicate with third parties