Student Engagement Company Secretarial and Paralegal Assistant

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading student engagement company seeks a part-time Company Secretarial and Paralegal Assistant in London. This role offers the opportunity to support the Subsidiary & Corporate Management team with various legal and administrative tasks while allowing flexibility for studies. Ideal candidates are law students eager to gain practical experience in a supportive atmosphere focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

25 vacation days plus one extra

10% contribution to pension plan

16 weeks parental leave

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing law studies, preferably in final year.
• Some work experience required, especially in company secretarial services.
• Written and spoken English proficiency necessary; French knowledge is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for company secretarial services.
• Maintain statutory company books and records, submit filings.
• Assist with documentation and contract management.

Skills

Proficiency in written and spoken English

Interest in legal tech and AI

Education

Bachelor of Laws degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Student Engagement Company Secretarial And Paralegal Assistant

Location: London

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Temporary, Part Time

Our client is seeking a student currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in law to join part-time the Subsidiary & Corporate Management team, part of Legal & Tax.

The Role

• Deliver administrative support for company secretarial services to their subsidiaries, working alongside the Subsidiary & Corporate Management team to facilitate board meetings, AGMs, and related activities.
• Assist with maintaining statutory company books and records, submitting statutory filings to the UK Companies House and to company registries outside the UK.
• Assist with company documentation management and contract management, including template legal documentation, KYC requests, execution of agreements, and arrange for proper archiving.
• Assist with technological and AI developments related to company secretarial services and other areas in the Legal & Tax team.
• Other administrative and legal tasks to assist the Legal & Tax team.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Studying law, preferably in your final year of a Bachelor of Laws degree, or enrolled in further professional law education, such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).
• Some work experience is required, and experience with company secretarial services is an advantage.
• Experience and interest in legal tech and AI is an advantage.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of business French is an advantage.
  
  

Who You Are

The ideal person is friendly, service-minded, structured, efficient and proactive. You should be able to operate independently but also enjoy participating in group projects. You are curious, eager to learn, and thrive on exploring opportunities to improve their efficiency through technology and AI.

The position is part-time (40%), allowing you to balance work with your studies. You'll work two days per week with flexible hours to accommodate your academic schedule. The internship will run for twelve months, with the possibility of extension based on mutual agreement.

Benefits

They offer everyone at the fund competitive pay, an engaging work environment, and an opportunity for personal growth and development. In addition, you can look forward to:

• Staying healthy They care about your health! Thats why they offer excellent health and dental benefits.
• Recharge when you need to All employees get 25 vacation days, and one extra for the last week of the year.
• Norwegian work-life balance They believe that a healthy balance is crucial for your well-being.
• Planning for the long term They contribute 10% of base salary to your pension plan, no cap, no vesting period.
• Spending time with family Becoming a parent? Dont stress! Youll get 16 weeks, gender-neutral, full base pay, parental leave to spend with your child.
• Work with Purpose They work to safeguard and build financial wealth for future generations. Through responsible investment and active ownership, they help shape the future of their world.
  
  

To Apply

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