Paralegal – Zenith Vehicles
Join and apply for the Paralegal role at Zenith Vehicles. A recent legal graduate can launch a career in a fast‑paced, forward‑thinking in‑house legal team. This opportunity grants hands‑on experience at the heart of a dynamic commercial business, working alongside experienced lawyers and professionals who support your development from day one.
About the role
As a Paralegal, you will support the Legal & Compliance Team, acting as the first line of support for routine legal queries, managing core administrative processes, drafting and reviewing standard contracts, supporting virtual contract signing, contributing to legal research and supporting the Company Secretary with KYC, Companies House filings, board minutes.
What you will be doing
* Act as the first point of contact for routine legal queries and serve as the “legal front door” for the business.
* Manage core administrative processes including new matter tracking and organised document filing.
* Draft and review standard contracts, NDAs and other documents under supervision.
* Support virtual contract signing and ensure all signed agreements and approvals are accurately recorded.
* Provide clear guidance and signposting to internal stakeholders and ensure correct documentation is used.
* Assist with legal research, horizon scanning and knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
* Support the Company Secretary with KYC, Companies House filings, board minutes and wider governance work.
* Provide pragmatic, commercially minded assistance and contribute to problem‑solving across the business.
About you – Essential
* A law graduate (LLB or equivalent legal qualification).
* Experienced in a paralegal or legal support role (placement or post‑graduate experience welcomed).
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident drafting and reviewing basic documents.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using document management systems.
* A strong communicator who can work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels.
* Genuinely interested in commercial, corporate and/or employment law.
About you – Desirable
* Experience in an in‑house legal team or law firm.
* Familiarity with commercial contracts and corporate governance.
Your approach – How you will succeed
* Proactive, curious and enthusiastic about learning.
* Comfortable taking ownership and managing multiple tasks.
* Able to work well under pressure in a fast‑moving environment.
* A positive team player who builds strong working relationships.
Why join us
* Exposure to a broad range of commercial legal work.
* Significant exposure to experienced Legal Counsel, providing hands‑on guidance, coaching and real‑time learning to support your development.
* Supportive mentoring from legal, compliance and company secretarial professionals.
* Opportunities to develop new skills quickly and take on increasing responsibility.
* A collaborative, friendly and growth‑focused team environment.
Reward
* Salary up to £30,000.
* Agile working / Hybrid working.
* 24 days holiday, which increases with length of employment.
* Plus Your birthday off!
* A great pension contribution by Zenith (6.25%).
* Private Medical Insurance as standard.
* Life Cover.
* Access to our own Zenith GP – on site and virtual for self and immediate family.
* Massages on site.
* Zenith AA breakdown cover.
* Excellent referral scheme if you recommend a friend to us.
* Sports and Social club – Company/Team activities.
* Free parking.
* Onsite bistro.
* Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.
* Perks at Work – save money on everyday essentials with access to shopping discounts.
Flexible benefits
* Buy / Sell Holidays.
* Critical Illness cover.
* Dental Coverage.
* Cash Plan.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Tech scheme.
Equal Opportunity
Zenith Vehicles is an equal opportunity workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
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