Paralegal

Burendo; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech consultancy is seeking a highly organised Paralegal to support their Head of Legal. This role involves managing and drafting legal documents such as NDAs and service agreements, conducting legal research, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Law degree or equivalent, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and generous benefits including annual leave and wellness allowances.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)

Monthly Wellness Allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Matched Employer Contributed Pension (5%)

Annual Learning and Development Allowance

Qualifications

• Legal qualifications such as a Law degree, conversion course, or SQE.
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters and work to tight deadlines.
• Clear and effective communication skills to handle contract documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Legal with drafting NDAs and other documents.
• Manage contracts ensuring accurate records and follow-ups.
• Conduct legal research to support decision-making.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Understanding of legal procedures

Interpersonal skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

We’re an award‑winning consultancy known for delivering exceptional products and services through technology. We work closely with organisations to help them accelerate value delivery and create outstanding customer experiences. Our purpose is simple: to empower organisations to make a real difference for people, society, and the planet through technology that’s efficient, user‑friendly, and solves problems fast.

At Burendo, we believe that together, we can achieve incredible things. What sets us apart is how we work. We pride ourselves on having a pragmatic attitude to delivery; we think big, plan practically, adapt quickly, and always focus on results, no matter how complex the challenge. We’re passionate about making great things happen by embracing innovation, challenging the status quo, and fostering collaboration at every step. At Burendo, caring for people is at the heart of what we do. We value partnerships, listen to different viewpoints, and believe in treating everyone fairly. And we love to share what we learn using our expertise to help others grow and empower organisations to succeed in the long term. We work in a hybrid approach allowing flexibility, with at least 3 days a week in the office.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Paralegal to support our Head of Legal. This is an exciting opportunity to gain broad exposure to the legal aspects of a dynamic tech consultancy and play a key role in ensuring smooth legal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Legal with a varied workload, including drafting documents such as NDAs, Statements of Work, Master Service Agreements, and supplier terms.
• Manage and administer contracts, ensuring accurate records and timely follow‑ups.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries or briefing notes to support decision‑making.
• Engage with stakeholders across the business, including organising and leading weekly contract management meetings.
• Assist with governance and compliance initiatives, helping ensure the business meets legal and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to facilitate smooth legal operations.

Qualifications

• Legal qualifications such as a Law degree, conversion course, or SQE.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear and effective communication skills to handle contract documentation and correspondence.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and documentation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters and work to tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in standard business software such as SharePoint and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Additional days of paid leave for celebrations and life events.
• 1 additional day of annual leave after 2 years’ service (26 days total) and another 2 days after 5 years (28 days total)
• Monthly Wellness Allowance
• Annual Learning and Development Allowance
• Matched Employer Contributed Pension (5%)
• Life Assurance based on 4x your salary
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Family Leave
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• A range of optional Salary Sacrifice benefits (incEV Scheme, Home and Tech, Cycle to Work and Pension)
• Exciting calendar of Burendo social events and activities