Paralegal - Temporary Role
Posted 1 week ago by Criterion Hospitality
Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Paralegal involves providing dedicated support to the Legal Director on a temporary basis, focusing on administrative and legal tasks essential for the efficient operation of the legal department. The position is particularly centered around real estate transactions and broader legal matters, requiring relevant experience in property law. The successful candidate will work fully on-site in the London area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to the Legal Director
- Draft, review, and manage legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondence
- Conduct legal research and compile relevant materials for ongoing matters
- Maintain and organize legal files, records, and databases
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and court or transaction dates
- Liaise with clients, external legal counsel, and internal stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with legal procedures and applicable regulations
- Assist with the preparation of internal reports and presentations
- Handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion
Key Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field
- Proven experience as a paralegal or in a similar role (ideally within the real estate sector)
- Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and documentation
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Knowledge of property law, construction law, company administration, or corporate law is advantageous but not essential
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Legal
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support to the Legal Director, assisting with a range of administrative and legal tasks. This role is key to the efficient operation of our legal department, particularly in supporting real estate transactions and broader legal matters. Experience in residential or commercial property law is preferred, and exposure to construction or hospitality law would be a valuable asset. Please note: This is a fully office-based position.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to the Legal Director
- Draft, review, and manage legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondence
- Conduct legal research and compile relevant materials for ongoing matters
- Maintain and organize legal files, records, and databases
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and court or transaction dates
- Liaise with clients, external legal counsel, and internal stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with legal procedures and applicable regulations
- Assist with the preparation of internal reports and presentations
- Handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field
- Proven experience as a paralegal or in a similar role (ideally within the real estate sector)
- Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and documentation
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Knowledge of property law, construction law, company administration, or corporate law is advantageous but not essential