Hybrid Paralegal: Disputes, IP & Data Requests

CMS UK; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working policy

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday

Holiday exchange scheme

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Disability adjustments

Job summary

CMS UK is seeking a diligent paralegal to support a broad range of matters, including data subject access requests, due diligence, and contentious IP work. The role offers exposure to both Scottish and English jurisdictions and requires careful document handling.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal qualification or law degree and strong MS Office skills. We offer a flexible, hybrid working policy and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Paralegal qualification or law degree preferred but not essential.
• Experience with document management, due diligence and litigation support preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with document reviews for data subject access requests and litigation disclosure.
• Support contentious workstreams by preparing hearing bundles and court process tasks.
• Progress undefended litigation across Scottish and English jurisdictions, including letters before action and enforcement steps.
• Provide support to fee earners with document management, due diligence and project-based work across practice areas.
• Contribute to preparation of first draft documents and client-ready materials under fee earner guidance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Org & time mgmt

Communication

Team player

MS Office

Legal Tech

Education

Paralegal qualification

Law degree (beneficial)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

CMS UK is seeking a diligent paralegal to support a broad range of matters, including data subject access requests, due diligence, and contentious IP work. The role offers exposure to both Scottish and English jurisdictions and requires careful document handling.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal qualification or law degree and strong MS Office skills. We offer a flexible, hybrid working policy and a competitive benefits package.