Paralegal

Allen & Overy LLP; Belfast; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Paralegal to join the Engagement Terms Team on a fixed-term contract until April 2026. The role involves providing essential administrative support, managing communication across offices, and assisting with legal documentation. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic legal environment with excellent professional support and training.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal administrative role preferred.
• Strong organizational skills essential.
• Good time management and ability to prioritize deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the ETT Legal Team.
• Assist in reviewing client Outside Counsel Guidelines.
• Manage workload tracker and scheduling duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

IT skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

A&O Shearman is a global industry-leading law firm with 48 offices in 28 countries. We are fluent in English law, US law, and laws of dynamic markets, providing unmatched insight and seamless service to clients. We handle challenging deals and disputes that can shape the future.

We offer exceptional opportunities for our people, including working with leading businesses, transforming the status quo, and delivering your best work to help your career thrive while achieving excellent outcomes for clients.

Whether solving complex challenges, transforming our business management, or ensuring smooth operations, our environment fosters belonging and excellence. We provide first-rate training, are committed to inclusivity, and support wellbeing.

We recruit the best and expect the best, aiming to redefine success together.

The Team

The Business Acceptance Unit reviews and advises Partners on client engagement terms, including Outside Counsel Guidelines and amendments to standard terms.

We are seeking a Paralegal to join the Engagement Terms Team (ETT) on a fixed-term contract until April 2026.

What you will do

This role involves providing administrative support to the ETT Legal Team, supporting other BAU members and the wider business with engagement terms queries. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Team Lead and in-house lawyers in reviewing client Outside Counsel Guidelines and engagement terms.
• Assisting with PA duties like scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and managing inboxes.
• Managing the workload tracker, recording reviews, and attending weekly team meetings.
• Organising meetings, booking spaces, and updating leave calendars.
• Supporting research and projects, managing communications across global offices, maintaining trackers, and ensuring document presentation quality.
• Being flexible to undertake additional responsibilities as needed, including supporting other ETT team members.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a legal administrative role is preferred but not essential.
• Strong organisational skills are essential.
• Good time management and ability to prioritise deadlines.
• Proven IT skills with basic proficiency in Excel and Word.