Corporate Paralegal

Simpson Judge Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded commercial law firm is seeking a driven Corporate Paralegal to join its expanding team in Manchester. The role offers competitive salary up to £28,000 with a training contract opportunity for the right candidate. Ideal applicants will have a minimum 2:1 degree in Law and previous paralegal experience. This position provides exposure to high-quality corporate work and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £28,000

Clear progression pathway

Exposure to high-quality corporate work

Supportive team environment

Hybrid working opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience within a corporate or commercial law setting is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Commitment to a long-term legal career, ideally with a view to securing a training contract.

Responsibilities

• Support solicitors with M&A transactions, private equity, and shareholder agreements.
• Draft and review legal documents and board minutes.
• Manage data rooms and due diligence processes.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive attitude

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree in Law

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Corporate Paralegal

Location: Manchester City Centre

Salary: Up to £28,000 DOE

Training Contract Opportunity: Yes

A well-regarded commercial law firm based in the heart of Manchester City Centre is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to join its busy and expanding Corporate team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to build a long-term career in corporate law, with a future training contract on offer for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Supporting solicitors with a wide range of corporate matters, including M&A transactions, private equity, company restructures, and shareholder agreements
• Drafting, reviewing, and proofreading legal documents, board minutes, and ancillary documentation
• Managing data rooms, due diligence processes, and document collation
• Liaising with clients, companies house, and other external parties
• Conducting legal research and preparing internal reports
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of filings
• Supporting the team in administrative tasks and maintaining case files

Qualifications

• A minimum 2:1 degree in Law (or equivalent)
• Previous paralegal experience within a corporate or commercial law setting is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Commitment to a long-term legal career, ideally with a view to securing a training contract

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £28,000, dependent on experience
• Clear progression pathway with a training contract available for the right candidate
• Exposure to high-quality corporate work in a supportive team environment
• Central Manchester office with hybrid working opportunities
• A firm culture that values development, collaboration, and initiative