Paralegal (Maternity Cover)

We have an opportunity for an experienced Paralegal to join our business on a 6-month fixed term maternity leave cover.

You will play a key role in supporting the Legal function in delivering practical, timely and effective legal support across the business. Working closely with the Legal team and other business functions, the role will involve assisting with a broad range of commercial, corporate and operational legal matters, including the drafting and review of legal documentation, corporate governance and company secretarial activities, management of legal records, and coordination with external legal advisers.

Position Objectives & Areas of Responsibility:

• Supporting the Legal team in the different legal queries of the business teams, providing responsive and accessible answers
• Drafting, reviewing and managing high-quality legal documentation, as required from the business
• Liaising with global external legal advisers, including assisting management of litigation proceedings being conducted by external lawyers
• Managing legal records and documentation, including diarising key dates and maintaining accurate and up-to-date company records
• Preparing and coordinating company secretarial matters, including shareholder records, Companies House filings, approvals and execution of documents
• Researching, monitoring and reporting on current and emerging legislation and legal guidance relevant to the business
• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of legal processes to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency
• Working collaboratively across the business to support commercial objectives while promoting the organisation’s core purpose and values.

The key experience we're looking for:

• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate legal matters across different jurisdictions, cultures and business functions
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues and risks to non-legally qualified colleagues effectively.
• Good judgment, initiative and the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and under pressure, with practical problem-solving approach and creative thinking
• Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information
• Willingness to learn, take on challenges and be flexible
• Ease and willingness to adapt and work with Legal Tech software
• Strong academic background
• Self-motivated, a good communicator and able to pay high attention to detail

The following would be advantageous:

• 2-3 years prior experience working in a rapidly changing and growing environment
• Experience working in an international legal environment, including liaising with external legal advisers across multiple jurisdictions and supporting cross-border legal matters and international commercial contracts
• Experience supporting corporate governance and company secretarial activities, including maintaining statutory registers and capitalisation tables (cap tables), and managing corporate records and filings

What we offer:

• Highly Competitive salary: £45K-£50K
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible Pension policy tailored to your requirements
• 33 days annual leave + Holiday purchase/sell scheme
• Dental cash-back scheme
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Season travel ticket loan
• Enhanced company sick pay & Income Protection
• Life Assurance