Banking & Finance Paralegal

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Banking Paralegal to support complex finance transactions. You will work closely with the team on client onboarding, document preparation, and ensuring smooth execution of deals. The ideal candidate has experience in Banking & Finance, strong organisational and communication skills. This permanent position offers a salary range of £30,000-£44,000 with a hybrid working model across London, Reading, or Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Banking & Finance or similar legal environment.
• Property finance or real estate finance experience desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist onboarding arrangements for clients and preparing engagement letters.
• Draft and manage transactional documents and conditions precedent.
• Prepare documents for completion and check legal documentation.
• Support the team in delivering outstanding client service.
• Manage payment instruction forms and invoices.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This role is for an experienced Banking Paralegal to support complex finance transactions across London, Reading, or Birmingham offices. You will work closely with senior team members on a variety of banking and property finance matters, ensuring smooth execution of deals.

Client Details

Our client is a top-tier law firm with a strong reputation in Banking & Finance. The team advises on a wide range of funding arrangements, from day-to-day transactions to complex cross-border projects, serving major financial institutions, private banks, and investors.

Description

You will assist the Banking & Finance team with:

• Onboarding arrangements for clients and preparing engagement letters
• Drafting and managing transactional documents and conditions precedent
• Preparing documents for completion and checking legal documentation
• Supporting the team in delivering outstanding client service
• Managing payment instruction forms and invoices, ensuring smooth workflow

Profile

• Previous experience in Banking & Finance or similar legal environment
• Property finance or real estate finance experience desirable
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Proficiency in MS Office and attention to detail

Job Offer

Salary range: £30,000-£44,000 (depending on experience)

Permanent position with hybrid working (50% office attendance)

Locations: London, Reading, or Birmingham

Exposure to high-profile clients and complex transactions

Supportive and collaborative team environment