Finance Paralegal

EJ Legal Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

EJ Legal Limited in London seeks a Finance Paralegal on a fixed-term basis to support high-profile transactional work in a busy finance department.

You will draft and organise transaction documents, manage legal files, conduct research, assist with due diligence, and coordinate with internal teams to keep projects running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Law degree or GDL and at least 6 months' prior experience in a finance paralegal role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transaction documents, including drafting, organisation, and creation of transaction bibles.
• Manage legal documents: proofreading, amending, printing, scanning, filing, and archiving.
• Conduct legal and factual research using recognised legal research tools.
• Support due diligence processes, including document review and drafting short reports or summaries.
• Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution.
• Provide direct support on client matters, including chargeable work and ad hoc administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Discretion

Proactive

Legal research

Education

Law degree or GDL

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Finance Paralegal, London

We are working with a highly respected, full-service law firm with a market-leading Finance practice, known for its expertise in asset management, complex transactions, and cross-border matters. As part of their continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Paralegal to join their busy Finance department on a fixed-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting high-profile legal work in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a Paralegal within the Finance team, you’ll provide critical support to lawyers and partners across a wide range of transactional work. Key duties will include:
• Assisting with transaction documents, including drafting, organisation, and creation of transaction bibles
• Managing legal documents: proofreading, amending, printing, scanning, filing, and archiving
• Conducting legal and factual research using recognised legal research tools
• Supporting due diligence processes, including document review and drafting short reports or summaries
• Coordinating with internal teams and stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution
• Providing direct support on client matters, including chargeable work and ad hoc administrative tasks

About You:

To be successful in this role, you must have a Law degree or GDL and at least 6 months' prior experience in a finance paralegal role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.

You must be confident working independently, while also contributing to team success. You should have:

• Strong attention to detail, especially when proofreading or managing complex documents
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders
• A high level of professionalism, discretion, and sensitivity when dealing with confidential matters
• The ability to adapt to changing workloads and deadlines with flexibility
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

Whats in it for you:

• Work on high-profile finance matters at the heart of the City's legal market
• Be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your contribution
• Gain hands-on experience supporting complex transactions and cross-border work
• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits offering tailored to the legal sector