Junior Paralegal

PEN Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7.2 weeks annual leave

Private healthcare eligibility

Employee discounts

Job summary

Planet Education Networks (PEN Group) seeks aJunior Paralegal to join its in-house Legal team in London. You will assist with commercial contracts, data protection, regulatory compliance, IP and corporate governance across the PEN Group.

The role suits someone at early career stage with strong research, drafting and organisational skills, eager to develop professionally in a dynamic education sector environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong legal research, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Confidential handling of information with discretion.
• Experience drafting or reviewing commercial contracts and legal documents.
• Familiarity with UK data protection legislation, including UK GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, reviewing and updating commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Support development and maintenance of internal policies, staff handbooks and workflows.
• Provide administrative and legal support on data protection and regulatory compliance.
• Track deadlines and monitor contractual obligations across the Group.
• Support governance, legal registers and corporate documentation.
• Conduct legal research and advise on applicable regulatory requirements.

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

Company: Planet Education Networks (PEN Group)

Location: 12th Floor, Exchange Tower,1 Harbour Exchange, London, E14 9GE

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience

Start Date: As soon as possible

About Us

Planet Education Networks (PEN) is a growing education group dedicated to delivering high-quality education and supporting students in achieving their academic and professional ambitions.

Operating across multiple educational institutions and businesses, we are committed to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. Our collaborative working environment provides opportunities for professional development and meaningful contributions across the Group.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Paralegal to join our Legal team and support the Group's ongoing growth and operations.

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a proactive, organised and detail-focused Junior Paralegal to join our Legal team at Planet Education Networks.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience across a broad range of legal matters, including commercial contracts, data protection, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and corporate governance.

Working closely with the Legal team and stakeholders across the Group, the successful candidate will support day-to-day legal activities, contribute to the development and improvement of internal legal processes, and assist in ensuring that legal requirements are appropriately addressed.

The position is particularly suited to someone at the early stages of their legal career who is eager to develop their legal knowledge, commercial awareness and professional expertise within a dynamic in-house environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaise with internal departments and stakeholders across the Group to support legal requests, gather relevant information and assist in addressing legal requirements.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, updating and maintaining commercial contracts, legal documentation and standard templates.
• Support the development, review and maintenance of internal policies, procedures, staff handbooks and operational workflows.
• Provide administrative and legal support on data protection, regulatory compliance and intellectual property matters.
• Assist in responding to data subject requests and maintaining accurate data protection documentation and records.
• Monitor and track contractual obligations, renewal dates, termination dates and other key legal deadlines.
• Support the maintenance of corporate records, legal registers and relevant documentation across the Group.
• Contribute to the development of legal onboarding procedures and internal systems for managing legal requests.
• Conduct legal research and assist with reviewing applicable legal and regulatory requirements across different jurisdictions.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing legal documentation, internal processes and working practices.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Legal team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Skills and Qualifications

• A law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with stakeholders at different levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong legal research, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong interest in commercial law, data protection, regulatory compliance and corporate legal matters.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative and develop professionally within an in-house legal team.
• Approximately one year's previous legal experience, either in-house or within private practice, although this is not essential.
• Previous exposure to drafting or reviewing commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Familiarity with UK data protection legislation, including UK GDPR.
• Understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance or intellectual property matters.
• Experience maintaining legal records, tracking deadlines or supporting legal administrative processes.

Other Information

• This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
• Salary is £28,000–£30,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Legal team and other departments across the PEN Group.
• We are seeking someone who can join as soon as possible.

At Planet Education Networks, we recognise the importance of supporting our employees' professional growth, health and overall wellbeing. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Annual Leave and Financial Benefits

• 7.2 weeks of annual leave.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Financial coaching through MUNNY.
• Exclusive employee discounts and perks through Bright Exchange, including savings on shopping, activities and more.

Health and Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme (HA Wisdom Wellbeing).
• Virtual GP access through Livi.
• Specialist physical and mental wellbeing support services, including 24/7 confidential counselling through Wisdom.
• Specialist menopause support, including online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) through Wisdom.
• Access to financial, legal and medical advice services through Wisdom.
• Life and leadership coaching through Wisdom.

Employee Support

• Access to our confidential Speak Up Service, providing employees with a safe channel to raise workplace concerns.

Learning and Development

• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Access to self-directed learning and training resources.
• Opportunities to develop legal knowledge and gain practical exposure to a variety of legal matters across the Group.

Planet Education Networks is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process.

We are committed to creating a supportive working environment where employees are treated with dignity and respect and have opportunities to develop and succeed.