Paralegal

AlphaSights; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic global business in London is seeking a full-time Paralegal to support its Legal team. The successful candidate will assist with client requests, manage contracting processes, and conduct legal research. Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills. The role offers market-oriented compensation and a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Market-oriented compensation

4% matched pension contribution

Comprehensive health insurance

25 vacation days plus bank holidays

Subsidized lunch and free snacks

Flexible work-from-home options

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive nature to ensure timely and satisfactory delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client and supply chain requests, contract review.
• Manage client and supply chain contracting processes.
• Conduct legal research and policy drafting.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Fluency in English

Education

BA/BS/LLB from a top university

Job description

Start Dates Available: Immediate Start

About this role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Legal team in London on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Legal team is an external and internal-facing function which supports all aspects of the business across all nine of our offices. As a Paralegal, you will grow and develop within a high-performing team and within a high-growth commercial environment. This is an ideal role for someone who’s keen to gain legal experience while having direct access and exposure to the commercial and organisational workings of a dynamic, innovative global business.

We are looking for a person who wants to have real impact and be part of AlphaSights’ growth story. We will provide you with autonomy and independence in your day-to-day work and give you the opportunity to be a self-starter.

About AlphaSights

We bring together some of the most ambitious people from around the globe to work with leading investment funds, strategy consultancies and Fortune 500 companies. Together, we help our clients access expert knowledge, elevate their decision-making and drive progress by connecting them with experts across the world. See more on our website: https://www.alphasights.com/

Founded in 2008, our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. With 1800+ professionals in nine cities worldwide, we’ve firmly earned our place as a leader in our market and one of the fastest-growing companies in the world. The Legal team supports all offices worldwide, giving this role true international exposure.

What You’ll Do

You will have a broad range of work, including:

• Assisting with client and supply chain requests, including executing markups and conducting initial contract review - giving you exposure to contract review and drafting;
• Managing ongoing client and supply chain contracting processes to help the team meet deadlines and actively manage internal and external stakeholders;
• Developing and maintaining a legal document system and assisting with migrating our documents to related technology platforms;
• Establishing and implementing online learning materials on digital platforms for the benefit of global users;
• Collaborating with the legal team and other specialist functions on a wide variety of ad hoc projects in areas such as KYC/compliance, financing, data privacy, IP and corporate governance;
• Day-to-day tasks ranging from monitoring and maintaining playbooks, trackers and agendas to document processing tasks; and
• Conducting legal research, internal policy drafting and training materials.

All of the above at a global scale with multi-jurisdictional challenges in a fast-paced company.

Who You Are

An ideal candidate would possess the following:

• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Time management and prioritisation skills; ability to multitask using analytical and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment with competing demands
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively at all levels by video, phone, and email
• A proactive nature and ability to push forward with tasks and ensure timely and satisfactory delivery
• Agile mindset to execute on numerous workstreams within the same timeframe
• Emotional intelligence and exceptional team playing skills– ability to build relationships within the Legal team and work effectively with other stakeholders
• BA/BS/LLB from a top university (ideally you will have also completed the GDL or LPC but this not a prerequisite)
• Previous experience working as a paralegal is desirable (or, other experience working in a law firm or in-house or equivalent in your jurisdiction), but not necessary
• Fluency in English (foreign language skills are also a plus)

What you’ll get

Our London office has over 450 people working collaboratively and creating a dynamic, positive environment. You can expect a great working environment and regular events such as Summer and Christmas parties and social and cultural events.

This role will be an integral part of the AlphaSights Legal team and there is room for this candidate to grow into more strategic responsibilities.

Compensation and benefits

• Market-oriented compensation
• 4% matched pension contribution on qualified earnings
• Comprehensive private health insurance coverage and dental insurance
• 25 vacation days in addition to bank holidays and business closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• State-of-the-art offices in central London; subsidised lunch plus free breakfast, snacks and fruit throughout the day
• Working in the office Monday-Wednesdays (3-2). Option to work from home on Thursdays and Fridays

AlphaSights is an equal opportunities employer.