In-house Paralegal

Anglian Home Improvements; Catton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national multi-branded company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced In-House Paralegal to enhance its legal department. The role involves conducting legal research, drafting documents, managing cases, and maintaining corporate records. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of paralegal experience and strong knowledge of contract law. They offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

31 days holiday, increasing to 33 after 2 years

Pension

Paid volunteer time off

Health & well-being benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years as a Paralegal in a corporate or in-house setting.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, contract law, and compliance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research on corporate governance and compliance.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents.
• Manage case files and ensure compliance with filing requirements.
• Maintain and update corporate records.
• Support contract lifecycle management.
• Assist with compliance programmes implementation.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations for legal support.

Skills

Understanding of corporate law

Contract law knowledge

Compliance awareness

Organizational skills

Legal research tools proficiency

Contract management systems proficiency

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certification

Job description

Join Our In-House Legal Team!

Are you a detail-oriented Paralegal with a passion for contract law and a desire to work in a fast‑paced, innovative environment? Anglian is seeking a motivated and experienced In‑House Paralegal to support our growing legal department with debt recovery and dispute resolution. This is a unique opportunity to be an integral part of a national multi‑branded company.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Research & Analysis – Conduct thorough legal research on issues related to corporate governance, compliance, and contract law to support our legal team.
• Drafting & Reviewing Documents – Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising a wide range of legal documents, including contracts, agreements and corporate policies.
• Case Management – Manage case files, track deadlines and ensure compliance with all filing and reporting requirements.
• Corporate Records Maintenance – Maintain and update corporate records, including minutes, resolutions and filings with regulatory bodies.
• Contract Management – Support contract lifecycle management by organising and maintaining contract databases, tracking key dates and ensuring adherence to contract terms.
• Compliance Support – Assist with implementation and monitoring of compliance programmes to ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work closely with HR, Finance and Operations to provide legal support and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience – Minimum of 2‑4 years as a Paralegal in a corporate or in‑house setting.
• Education – Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification.
• Skills – Strong understanding of corporate law, contract law and compliance; excellent organisational skills and attention to detail; proficient in legal research tools and contract management systems.
• Communication – Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organisation.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary
• 31 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 2 years of service and your birthday off.
• Pension
• Paid time off annually to volunteer.
• Comprehensive health & well‑being benefits including cycle‑to‑work scheme, 24‑hour remote access to a doctor, heavily discounted gym memberships and free access to mental‑health first aiders.
• Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products.
• Group perks and freebies on days out, cinema, theatre, eating in/out, mobile phones, a new car, food shopping and most major high street retailers.
• Opportunity to work with a forward‑thinking and supportive team.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.

Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its policies with up‑to‑date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of Succeed Together we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the best person for the job regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.