M&A Paralegal

LR Legal Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a highly organized Mergers & Acquisitions Paralegal to join their Corporate team. The ideal candidate should have at least 12 months’ experience in a corporate or M&A role, with a strong understanding of UK company law. In this position, you'll assist with high-value transactions, conduct due diligence, and draft legal documents. The role offers competitive compensation and exposure to complex transactions in a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Exposure to international transactions

Ongoing professional training

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a corporate or M&A role within a UK law firm.
• Strong understanding of UK company law and corporate procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing document bundles and transaction checklists.
• Conduct legal and commercial due diligence.
• Draft and review ancillary legal documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Corporate understanding

Experience in M&A

Education

LPC / SQE or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual data room platforms

Job description

Position:

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Paralegal

Location:

London

Salary:

£50k

Contract:

12m FTC

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and commercially aware M&A Paralegal to join our Corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual with strong transactional experience to work closely with partners and associates on high-value, cross-border M&A matters.

You will play a key role in supporting our lawyers through all stages of the transaction lifecycle, from early-stage due diligence to post-completion filings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with and managing document bundles, data rooms, and transaction checklists.
• Conducting legal and commercial due diligence, including reviewing corporate documents, contracts, and regulatory materials.
• Drafting and reviewing ancillary documents such as board minutes, shareholder resolutions, NDAs and Companies House forms.
• Managing Conditions Precedent (CP) and Conditions Subsequent (CS) checklists.
• Liaising with clients, opposing counsel, and third-party advisers.
• Handling company searches and preparing filings with Companies House.
• Providing administrative and organisational support throughout the transaction process.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring deadlines are met.

About You

• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a corporate or M&A role within a UK law firm (essential).
• Strong understanding of UK company law and corporate procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with virtual data room platforms.
• LPC / SQE or equivalent qualification is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to complex domestic and international transactions.
• Clear development pathways and ongoing professional training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.