Paralegal - London - 2026 Re-Entry Program

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

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in London is offering a 15-week fellowship program for a Paralegal role. Candidates will support a global team of legal professionals to manage documentation and assist in legal research. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. This position provides the opportunity for permanent employment upon successful completion of the fellowship, helping candidates relaunch their careers in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong judgment and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation to support the Legal Department.
• Manage electronic matter files and ensure proper filing.
• Assist in document reviews for regulatory requests.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Communicate with partners and stakeholders.
• Assist with invoicing enquiries.

Skills

Strong judgment

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Detail-oriented

Project management

Proactive attitude

Flexibility

Job description

At JPMorganChase, we recognize that rewarding careers do not always follow a conventional path. We value the diversity, fresh perspective and wealth of experience that returning professionals can bring.

The ReEntry program offers experienced professionals, who are currently on an extended career break of at least two years, the support and resources needed to relaunch their careers. The program spans over 30 locations worldwide.

The ReEntry Program is a 15-week fellowship program, beginning April 21st, 2025 and ending July 31st, 2025 with the prospect of an offer for permanent employment with JPMorganChase at the end of the program. The permanent placements will be based on both business needs and candidate skill set.

Please refer to our ReEntry Overview page for further information regarding the Program.

In the Paralegal team you will work closely with a global and regional team of legal professionals, to help with the department priorities in conjunction with the legal professionals and attorneys. You will use your strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills to support the teams and other business partners in a fast-paced environment. You will draft and review documents, including communications with respect to complaints, disputes, litigation, etc as well as perform legal research on a variety of issues relating to retail matters.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation such as summaries, reports, and presentations to support the Legal Department and partners.
• Manage electronic matter files, ensuring proper filing and accessibility, and update records.
• Assist in document reviews for regulatory requests.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents, agreements and correspondence.
• Assist in horizon scanning for legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in providing updates to stakeholders.
• Communicate with partners, stakeholders, and other parties to gather information, schedule meetings, and assist in providing updates.
• Assist with invoicing enquiries.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Strong judgment and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret complex information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• A proactive "self‑starter" with the ability to work independently, problem‑solve and manage competing priorities.
• Positive, common‑sense attitude with a strong desire to learn, support groups in person and across remote locations.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change, with the ability to pivot quickly.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience in the financial services industry or a highly regulated environment.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first‑class business in a first‑class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long‑term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.