Trainee Solicitor

StepStone Group; Greater London; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Greater London is looking for a paralegal to assist in embedding privacy into product development and drafting commercial contracts. The ideal candidate will have an LLB law degree, relevant paralegal experience, and strong knowledge of GDPR. The company offers a comprehensive two-year training contract, generous holiday, and private medical insurance, with a supportive environment for career growth. Remote work is also an option.

Benefits

29 days holiday plus public holidays

Generous family leave

Competitive pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Volunteer days and company match

Qualifications

• Commitment to a traditional training contract route.
• Minimum 6 months paralegal experience with a focus on data protection and commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and other legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Legal in embedding privacy into product lifecycle.
• Conduct training on privacy matters and compliance queries.
• Draft and review commercial contracts and agreements.

Skills

Drafting contracts

Compliance understanding

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

LLB law degree plus LPC or GDL plus LPC

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Legal in embedding privacy into the product development lifecycle, minimising operational privacy risks and supporting the implementation of new internal processes arising from legislative changes.
• Conduct training to raise awareness on privacy matters and help coordinate responses to compliance queries.
• Draft, negotiate and/or review commercial contracts, marketing materials, leases and agreements for our UK entities, including liaison with external advisors.
• Draft and update contract templates, Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
• Support the team in managing and tracking ongoing matters, deadlines and regulatory updates.
• This is not an exhaustive list.

Qualifications

• LLB law degree plus LPC or GDL plus LPC with a commitment to a traditional training contract route.
• Minimum 6 months of paralegal experience (preferably in-house) with background in data protection and commercial contracts; in-house technology experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements including GDPR, PECR and other applicable frameworks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, high attention to detail and a can‑do attitude with appetite to learn.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic fast‑paced international environment.

Benefits and Rewards

Comprehensive two‑year training contract.

Holiday – 29 days holiday a year plus public holidays. Option to buy or sell up to three days each year in our Holiday Flex scheme.

Family leave – generous company family schemes subject to qualifying criteria.

Pension scheme – competitive pension scheme.

Eye tests – voucher for free eye test every year.

Medical insurance – private medical insurance cover, including digital GP service.

Charity – two additional days off per year to volunteer to charitable causes and company match up to £10 per month.

Remote work – Yes.

Employment type – Full‑time.

Experience required – years (unspecified). Vacancy – 1.