Paralegal

Paralegal

Posted 4 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

Detailed Description From Employer:

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.