Paralegal (Future Trainee) - 12 Month FTC

Forte Legal; Slough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Legal in London is seeking a motivated Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term contract within the fintech sector. You will support a dynamic international legal team on commercial matters, including contract review, drafting and negotiation, and legal research.

The role requires previous paralegal experience, excellent organisation, and the ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-moving environment while collaborating with internal stakeholders and legal colleagues.

Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience is essential for this role.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable managing varied workloads in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract work including reviewing, drafting and negotiating agreements.
• Conduct legal research to support commercial matters.
• Provide potential support with transactions and liaise with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Contract drafting

Legal research

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Job description

Role: Paralegal

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 12 Month FTC

Location: London

Sector: Fintech

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join a leading company in the fintech sector on 12 month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure within a fast-paced, innovative environment, supporting a dynamic international legal team on a broad range of matters.

The Role

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and legal colleagues, supporting on a broad range of in-house commercial legal matters such as assisting with contract work (reviewing, drafting and negotiating agreements), legal research and potential support with a transaction.

About You

• Previous paralegal experience is essential for this role (in-house or private practice)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable managing varied workloads in a fast-moving environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively