Commercial Paralegal (Maternity Cover 12m FTC)

Michael Page Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in the healthcare industry. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating NDAs, managing legal claims, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will be a law graduate with LPC or SQE, possess strong drafting skills, and have proven paralegal experience. This role offers a supportive and professional work environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a paralegal with commercial contracts exposure.
• Previous in-house legal experience is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate NDAs and contracts.
• Manage legal claims, liaising with insurers.
• Conduct legal research and support compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong drafting skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

IT and Microsoft Office skills

Education

Law graduate with LPC or SQE

Job description

My client is seeking a Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in the healthcare industry. This role will support the legal department in delivering effective legal services and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a large organisation in the healthcare industry, known for its commitment to professional excellence and high standards of service.

Description

• Review, draft, and negotiate NDAs, data transfer agreements, and commercial contracts
• Manage and assist with legal claims, liaising with insurers and external counsel
• Conduct legal research and respond to day-to-day legal queries
• Support on compliance, contract law, IP, data protection, employment law, and more
• Represent the Legal Team in cross‑functional projects and meetings
• Draft and update internal policies, procedures, and templates
• Assist with the implementation and training for a new contract management system
• Maintain stakeholder relationships across internal teams and external partners
• Support legal operations including document execution and approval workflows
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements

Profile

• Law graduate with LPC or SQE (or equivalent legal qualifications)
• Proven experience as a paralegal, with full‑cycle commercial contracts exposure
• Previous in‑house legal experience (desirable)
• High attention to detail and strong drafting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Interest in healthcare and the work of a hospital and charity
• Professional, organised, self‑motivated, with a high level of discretion and integrity

Job Offer

• 12-month fixed‑term contract for maternity cover.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• hybrid working / London based