Job Description
Corporate Law Paralegal
Ipswich
Full-time | Permanent
37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
We're working with an established and highly regarded law firm seeking a Corporate Law Paralegal to join their successful Corporate Law team in Ipswich.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious legal professional looking to build a long-term career in Corporate Law while gaining valuable qualifying work experience through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route. The role offers exposure to a broad range of corporate transactions, structured supervision, ongoing development, and dedicated study time to support qualification.
The Role
We are seeking a Corporate Law Paralegal to support fee earners on a wide range of corporate transactions and advisory matters, while developing their legal knowledge and progressing towards solicitor qualification.
Responsibilities include:
* Assisting with business sales and acquisitions
* Supporting share sale and share purchase transactions
* Drafting and preparing corporate documents and transaction packs
* Conducting legal research and due diligence exercises
* Preparing Companies House filings and maintaining corporate records
* Assisting with disclosure processes and transaction completion arrangements
* Managing transaction checklists and monitoring key deadlines
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients
* Providing excellent client care and responsive communication throughout matters
* Liaising with clients, accountants, financial advisers and other professional contacts
* Attending client meetings where appropriate
* Maintaining accurate matter files and records
* Ensuring compliance with firm policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
* Managing correspondence, file notes and document management systems
* Assisting with billing and general matter administration
* Participating in training and development programmes
* Attending departmental and firm-wide meetings
* Taking ownership of personal learning and professional development
About You
* Minimum 12 months' experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant within a Corporate Law environment
* Experience assisting with corporate transactions
* Knowledge of business sales and purchases and share sale/purchase transactions
* Experience drafting legal documents and professional correspondence
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
* Strong client care and relationship management skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
* Ambitious and motivated to qualify as a Solicitor via the SQE route
* Proactive, self-motivated and eager to learn
* Team-oriented with a collaborative approach
* Professional and client-focused mindset.
Desirable:
* Progress towards SQE qualification
* Previous experience within a busy Corporate or Commercial department
* Familiarity with Companies House procedures and filings
What's on Offer
* 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
* Dedicated study day (one day per week, subject to eligibility criteria)
* Flexible working arrangements
* Generous uncapped quarterly bonus scheme
* Low monthly fee targets
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Enhanced sick pay
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aid support
* Employee referral scheme
* Staff discounts and legal service discounts for family and friends
* Monthly travel contribution (service dependent)
* Private healthcare (service dependent)
* Income protection (service dependent)
* Life assurance (4x salary, service dependent)
* Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Why Apply?
This role is ideal for an aspiring Solicitor seeking to establish a long-term career in Corporate Law. You'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of corporate transactions while receiving structured support and supervision from an experienced Corporate team, with a clear pathway towards qualification through the SQE route.
Interested? Send your CV to tom.winks@oculuslegalgroup.com or call 01174 562 133 for a confidential discussion.