Job Description

Paralegal – Corporate Law

Salary: c. £25,000 + Strong Career Development

Location: London 

Build Your Corporate Law Career with Hands-On Deal Experience

Are you an ambitious Paralegal with a passion for Corporate Law, looking to gain exposure to high-quality transactional work within a supportive and progressive firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic London team where you will work closely with experienced lawyers on live deals and develop the skills needed to advance your legal career.

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-driven Corporate Paralegal to support a busy and growing department, offering excellent long-term development within a professional and collaborative environment.

The Role – Corporate Paralegal

Working within a fast-paced and collaborative team, you will support fee earners across a broad range of corporate matters, including:

• Assisting on mergers & acquisitions (M&A), restructurings, and investments
• Drafting and reviewing corporate documents, board minutes, and shareholder resolutions
• Conducting legal and company research, due diligence, and document reviews
• Managing data rooms and supporting transaction processes
• Filing documents with Companies House and maintaining statutory registers
• Liaising with clients, external counsel, and third parties
• Supporting wider corporate and commercial advisory work

This role offers valuable exposure to complex and high-value corporate transactions, ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in Corporate Law.

What We’re Looking For

To be considered for this opportunity, you should demonstrate:

• Minimum 6–18 months’ experience as a Paralegal within a UK law firm
• Exposure to corporate law or commercial transactions (preferred)
• A Law degree (LLB) or equivalent (LPC/SQE desirable)
• Working knowledge of company law and Companies House filings
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent drafting skills and high attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-facing approach
• A genuine ambition to pursue a career in Corporate Law

What’s on Offer

Our client offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary: £25,000–£32,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in the office)
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance (where applicable)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Structured training, mentoring, and development support
• Exposure to high-quality corporate transactions and clients
• Clear career progression pathway within the firm
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Career Progression

This role offers strong long-term development opportunities, including:

• Progression to Senior Paralegal level
• Development into a more specialised Corporate Law role
• Increased responsibility on transactions and client management
• Ongoing mentoring from experienced Corporate Solicitors

Apply Now

If you are ready to take the next step in your Corporate Law career and gain exposure to high-quality transactional work, we would be pleased to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.