Paralegal
Posted 6 days ago by Accutrainee Limited
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Paralegal within the in-house legal team focuses on providing support in commercial and technology sectors. The position involves drafting and reviewing contracts, assisting with legal research, and managing legal queries. This is a full-time, 6-month contract with potential for extension or permanent placement. The ideal candidate will gain valuable in-house legal experience while working alongside experienced lawyers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting, reviewing, and proofreading a wide range of commercial contracts and NDAs
- Assisting with legal research and maintaining legal documentation
- Supporting compliance and governance processes
- Helping manage legal queries and internal requests from the business
- Liaising with external counsel as required
- Maintaining contract and matter management systems
Key Skills:
- Law degree (LLB, GDL or equivalent)
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and legal tech tools
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently
- Completion of SQE1 (desirable)
- Previous experience in a legal environment, particularly in-house or commercial law (desirable)
- Experience using contract management systems (desirable)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Paralegal – In-House Legal Team (Commercial Focus)
Location: London (Hybrid)
Type: Full-time, 6-month contract with potential to extend or become permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join the in-house legal team of a well-known organisation operating in the commercial and technology sectors . This is an exciting opportunity for a bright, motivated paralegal to gain high-quality in-house experience and support legal counsel across a variety of matters. You will work alongside experienced lawyers and business stakeholders, assisting with day-to-day legal work including commercial contracts, compliance, legal operations, and general legal support.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting, reviewing, and proofreading a wide range of commercial contracts and NDAs
- Assisting with legal research and maintaining legal documentation
- Supporting compliance and governance processes
- Helping manage legal queries and internal requests from the business
- Liaising with external counsel as required
- Maintaining contract and matter management systems
About You
We are looking for someone with strong organisation and communication skills, and a genuine interest in gaining in-house legal experience.
Essential:
- Law degree (LLB, GDL or equivalent)
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and legal tech tools
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently
Desirable:
- Completion of SQE1
- Previous experience in a legal environment, particularly in-house or commercial law
- Experience using contract management systems
Why Apply?
- Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced legal team
- Exposure to commercial, corporate, and compliance matters
- Supportive and collaborative work culture
- Excellent opportunity for someone seeking to build their in-house legal career
Please Note
This role does not count as Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) . If you are looking for a QWE opportunity, please apply via our Trainee Solicitor opportunities .
About Accutrainee
Accutrainee is a unique legal talent development platform. With over a decade of experience, we match talented legal professionals with exciting opportunities across law firms and in-house legal teams. Through our Accuflex service , we place paralegals and legal consultants on high-quality projects with leading clients. Join us and become part of a trusted network making a real impact across the legal profession. Apply today to start your next chapter.