Private Equity Paralegal - Hybrid Role with Growth & Impact

Stephenson Harwood LLP; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a candidate for their private equity group in London. This role requires strong paralegal experience and excellent analytical skills. The successful candidate will assist with transaction management and legal research while working closely with partners and associates. The firm promotes a culture of diversity and promotes flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Life assurance

Private health and dental care

Gym discounts

Volunteer day off

Wellbeing strategy

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed the LPC or BPTC, ideally with a 2:1.
• Previous paralegal experience is essential.
• Strong research and analytical skills required.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with closing and preparing signing packs.
• Managing transaction documents using the document management system.
• Liaising with opposing counsel and running conditions precedent processes.
• Updating legal precedents and conducting legal research.
• Maintaining knowledge management resources.
• Conducting routine enquiries like Companies House searches.

Skills

Good academics

Paralegal experience

Research and analytical skills

Drafting and presentation skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Proactive and resilient

Knowledge of Excel

Education

LPC or BPTC completion

Job description

A leading international law firm is seeking a candidate for their private equity group in London. This role requires strong paralegal experience and excellent analytical skills. The successful candidate will assist with transaction management and legal research while working closely with partners and associates. The firm promotes a culture of diversity and promotes flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.