Paralegal

MNK Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MNK Group is looking for an experienced Paralegal to provide extensive support to its Legal team in London. The role will involve assisting with corporate transactions and due diligence processes, as well as managing transaction documentation.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of paralegal experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. This role offers exposure to complex transactions across various jurisdictions and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a paralegal in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal function.
• Strong academic background.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships.
• Experience using AI tools to enhance efficiency in legal review and drafting processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support throughout the lifecycle of corporate transactions.
• Assist in the collation of legal and regulatory due diligence materials.
• Support preparation of legal due diligence reports and transaction summaries.
• Review a wide range of commercial agreements.

Skills

Team orientation

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Paralegal to join our Legal team in London. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support to the Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel across a broad range of corporate, transactional, regulatory, and commercial matters. This role offers exposure to complex cross‑border transactions and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support throughout the full lifecycle of corporate transactions, including acquisitions, reinsurances, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Assist in the identification, collation, and organisation of legal and regulatory due diligence materials, including maintaining due diligence trackers, coordinating information requests, and preparing document summaries.
• Support the preparation and formatting of legal due diligence reports and transaction summaries for the M&A team under the supervision of the Senior Legal Counsel.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and managing transaction documentation, including share purchase agreements (SPAs), reinsurance/retrocession agreements, trust agreements, financing documentation, shareholder and board resolutions, and conditions precedent checklists.
• Support the preparation and collation of documentation for regulatory change‑of‑control applications, including business plans and schemes of operation, and liaise with local counsel and regulators to ensure smooth progression of applications.
• Contribute to post‑acquisition integration activities, including assessing and reorganising legal processes and facilitating the transfer of legal information between the M&A deal team and operational integration teams.
• Assist with the review of TOBAs, NDAs, binding authority agreements, distribution agreements, fronting arrangements, and claims handling agreements.
• Review a wide range of commercial agreements, including IT contracts, IP arrangements, lease agreements, engagement letters, and services agreements.
• Support the response to regulatory queries across multiple jurisdictions and coordinate instructions to local counsel as required.

Candidate Profile

• Self‑driven and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across jurisdictions and within a high‑performing team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively across cultures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a paralegal within a top‑tier law firm or in‑house legal function, with exposure to corporate transactions, insurance, or financial services.
• Strong academic background.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships and operate as an effective team player.
• Experience within financial services institutions is desirable but not essential.
• Experience using AI tools to enhance efficiency in legal review and drafting processes.

Skills

• Strong team orientation with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely both in writing and in person.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work closely with leadership teams, regulatory, risk & compliance, and legal colleagues to share knowledge, raise awareness of legal issues, and support informed business decision‑making.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MNK Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We value diverse perspectives and believe they are fundamental to our success, enabling every employee to contribute meaningfully and reach their full potential.