Paralegal - Corporate Governance
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 9:15am to 5:30pm with 1 hour 15 minutes lunch break
Location: Tunbridge Wells
Applicants must be within a 40-minute commutable distance of Tunbridge Wells and hold full Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal specialising in Corporate Governance to join a busy Corporate & Commercial team. This role offers exposure to high-quality transactional and advisory work, with increasing autonomy to manage your own caseload while supporting senior fee earners.
You will play a key role in delivering corporate governance and company law services to a diverse client base, including corporate entities, partnerships, and private clients.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload under supervision, with growing responsibility for independent legal work
Draft, review, and amend a wide range of corporate and governance documentation
Advise and support on matters including Family Investment Companies, Property management companies and Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) agreements
Conduct legal research and provide clear, accurate analysis to supervising solicitors
Liaise with clients and third parties, responding to queries and taking instructions where appropriate
Maintain accurate matter updates in line with client expectations
Support fee earners in meeting billing and chargeable hour targets
Ensure all documentation is accurate, professionally presented, and appropriately reviewed prior to issue
Assist with new client enquiries and matter opening procedures
Contribute to business development initiatives and wider departmental support activities
Undertake general administrative and legal tasks as required by the teamEssential skills and experience:
Relevant legal experience and/or legal qualifications
Strong understanding of corporate governance and company law processes
Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Competent IT skills including Word, Outlook, and Excel
Experience using legal research tools (e.g. LexisNexis / Practical Law) is desirable
Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach
Strong organisational and time management skillsEmail: (url removed)
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