Paralegal (Commercial/Corporate)

Confidential; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Paralegal to join its Corporate & Commercial team in Redhill. The role offers exposure to high-quality corporate matters and direct client interaction, with a supportive environment for developing your career.

You will assist with transactions, drafting documents, due diligence, and regulatory filings, while building strong organisational and communication skills in a hybrid working setting.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or similar in corporate/commercial law.
• Good understanding of corporate and commercial law principles and procedures.
• Experience drafting legal documents and conducting legal research.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Law degree, LPC/SQE studies or equivalent desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with corporate and commercial transactions.
• Prepare, review and amend legal documents and correspondence.
• Draft board minutes, shareholder resolutions and Companies House filings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes.
• Manage due diligence and review documentation.
• Support company formations, restructures and governance matters.
• Review and prepare commercial contracts.
• Liaise with clients, third parties and regulators.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical case files.
• Manage key dates and deadlines to keep matters progressing.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Corporate & Commercial law

Legal research

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Law degree / LPC/SQE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A well-established and growing legal practice is seeking a Paralegal to join its Corporate & Commercial team based in Redhill. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional with 1-2 years of relevant experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional environment.

Working closely with experienced solicitors, you will assist with a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, gaining exposure to high-quality work and direct client interaction.

Company Benefits

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with a variety of corporate and commercial transactions.
• Preparing, reviewing and amending legal documents and correspondence.
• Drafting board minutes, shareholder resolutions and Companies House filings.
• Conducting legal research and preparing briefing notes.
• Managing due diligence exercises and reviewing documentation.
• Assisting with company formations, restructures and corporate governance matters.
• Supporting commercial contract matters, including reviewing and preparing agreements.
• Liaising with clients, third parties and regulatory bodies.
• Maintaining accurate electronic and physical case files.
• Managing key dates, deadlines and administrative tasks to ensure matters progress efficiently.

Experience and Skills Requirements

• 1-2 years' experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or similar role within a corporate/commercial law environment.
• Good understanding of corporate and commercial legal principles and procedures.
• Experience drafting legal documents and conducting legal research.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Law degree, LPC/SQE studies or equivalent legal qualification desirable but not essential.