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Paralegal - Projects & Infrastructure (12-Month FTC)

Wedlake Bell

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Job summary

Wedlake Bell is seeking a Paralegal for the Projects & Infrastructure team on a 12-month FTC. The role involves providing legal support on real estate matters, with training opportunities for law graduates. Located in London, the firm is known for its collaborative culture and excellent work-life balance.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday per annum

Comprehensive pension plan

Access to Private Medical and Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

Prior experience dealing with landlord and tenant issues is ideal but not essential.
Completion of LPC or SQE courses is advantageous.
Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Provide general paralegal support in projects and infrastructure matters.
Draft legal documents and correspondence.
Conduct legal research.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Strong IT capabilities

Education

University degree achieving at least a 2:1

Law degree or related qualification

Paralegal - Projects & Infrastructure (12-Month FTC)

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Paralegal - Projects & Infrastructure(12-Month FTC)

Wedlake Bell are recruiting a Paralegal to join our highly-regarded Projects & Infrastructure (P&I) team. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with in-office expectations of 5 days per week.

Part of our wider Business Services Group, our P&I team provides legal advice to owners and operators of infrastructure assets on the use and development of those assets (particularly real estate) - including consenting, funding, development, commissioning operation, and in particular has a specialist, in-depth focus on the ports sector. They are a close-knit team of five – one consultant, one partner, a solicitor, a paralegal, and a paralegal secretary.

As a Paralegal in the P&I team, you will provide junior legal support to the team on a variety of matters, including transactional real estate and asset management, construction, planning, environmental, and more in the context of ports and energy infrastructure. Tasks range from legal research, drafting legal documents and correspondence, and supporting the matter life-cycle.

This is an excellent opportunity for a law graduate or future trainee solicitor to gain outstanding experience in a truly varied practice – the team offers excellent training and mentorship. If this sounds interesting, we encourage you to apply.

Find out more about our Projects & Infrastructure team here.

About Us:

Located in the heart of the City of London, Wedlake Bell is a Top 100 law firm offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes. The firm has 81 Partners and a total headcount of around 400. We have grown year-on-year, attributed to the continual success of our legal teams, and the dedication of our staff members.

Our culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Joining us, you will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections. With regular cross-firm socials and events (including our renowned yearly ski trip!), you will quickly feel like part of the WB team!

Key Responsibilities:

Providing general paralegal support on a variety of projects and infrastructure matters, including:
- Supporting on a variety of commercial landlord and tenant queries and property management issues;
- Conducting Land Registry searches, applications, and investigations;
- Drafting various property documents and forms;
- Drafting client correspondence via letter and email, as well as with other parties and law firms;
- Maintaining up-to-date schedules for internal and client purposes;
- Undertaking legal research;

Other administrative tasks including diarising and monitoring key dates, printing, scanning, producing engrossments, dealing with deeds, etc; and
Other ad-hoc responsibilities as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Ideally, but not essential, to have prior experience dealing with landlord and tenant issues in a law firm or similar environment;
Ideally, good knowledge of land law in the context of landlord and tenant issues;
A university degree achieving at least a 2:1 – ideally a law degree, or post-graduate qualification in a related field;
Completion of the LPC, or SQE preparatory courses / successful completion of SQE exams, is advantageous but not essential;
Excellent communication skills (in writing, by telephone and in person) – must be able to interact and communicate effectively across all levels of seniority and on both an internal and external basis;
Able to work well under pressure and in keeping with deadlines;
Proactive and positive mindset, with the flexibility to support the team and wider firm by taking on additional responsibilities as needed;
Excellent attention to detail; and
Strong IT capabilities, including a good understanding of modern office software (Office 365 suite).

Why Join Us?

A competitive starting salary;
Comprehensive pension plan;
25 days paid holiday per annum, plus additional leave for significant life events;
Option to purchase up to five additional days of holiday each year;
Life Assurance and competitive income protection scheme;
Access to Private Medical and Dental Insurance from day one;
Enhanced parental leave policies;
Employee Assistance Programme with face-to-face counselling services;
Variety of staff wellbeing initiatives including Pilates classes and subsidised gym memberships; and
A range of bonus schemes recognising referrals and client introductions.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every individual is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their background or personal circumstances.

If you are passionate about joining a busy team and are eager for a challenging yet fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type
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Job function

Job function
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