Paralegal

Planet Education Networks; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (7.2 weeks)

Company Sick Policy

Training and self-development opportunities

Grocery discounts

Cycle to work

Financial wellbeing education

Mental fitness tools

Job summary

A dynamic education organization in London is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join their in-house legal team. The role involves supporting the Legal Executive on various legal matters, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations, and tracking contractual obligations. Candidates should have a law degree and at least one year of legal experience. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s legal experience (in-house or in private practice).
• Proactive, adaptable approach and enthusiasm for learning.

Responsibilities

• Support the Legal Executive on various legal matters.
• Ensure contracts comply with policies and regulations.
• Track key contractual obligations and renewals.
• Assist with compliance initiatives and audits.
• Help maintain corporate records and legal templates.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

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Company: Planet Education Networks

Position: Paralegal

Location: ON-SITE, London, UK

Type: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

About us:

We’re looking for a motivated Paralegal to join our small but dynamic in‑house legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong legal background who wants hands‑on experience across a wide range of commercial and corporate matters.

Responsibilities

• Support the Legal Executive on commercial contracts, data protection, compliance, governance, and intellectual property matters.
• Ensure that contracts comply with internal policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Track key contractual obligations, renewals, and termination dates.
• Support internal compliance initiatives and audits, including training and policy updates.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR and other relevant privacy frameworks).
• Assist with commercial leases and other property‑related legal matters.
• Help maintain corporate records and legal templates.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners across multiple subsidiaries and international entities.

Qualifications

• Law degree (LLB or equivalent).
• At least 1 year’s legal experience (in‑house or in private practice).
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail.
• A proactive, adaptable approach and enthusiasm for learning.

Benefits

• Annual leave (7.2 weeks)
• Company Sick Policy.
• Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
• Training and self‑development opportunities.
• Grocery discounts
• Cycle to work
• Investing and savings opportunities
• Financial wellbeing education
• My Mind Pal (mental fitness)

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Higher Education and Legal Services