Corporate Commercial Paralegal
Tell me more about Wilson Browne Solicitors…
We are a firm with a vision and that vision starts with being a great place to work, a proper work-life balance, varied and interesting clients, opportunities for development and career progression, plus a host of other benefits. As a strong regional firm, we have an almost unique niche in our market with 6 offices, great clients, a heritage that goes back nearly 200 years, and a reputation that others envy.
Tell me more about the role….
We are currently seeking a full-time Paralegal for our busy Corporate Commercial team based at our Northampton office.
Our Corporate Commercial Team, recognised by the Legal 500, advise on a diverse range of corporate matters, including Acquisitions, Disposals, Management Buy Outs/Buy Ins and Corporate Restructures and we are looking for a keen and conscientious Corporate Commercial Paralegal, with excellent attention to detail to join our friendly and hardworking team. Although previous legal experience in Corporate Commercial would be desirable, other suitable candidates will be considered, as full training will be given.
You will possess excellent IT, verbal and written communication skills, together with excellent inter-personal and client care skills, and the ability to work effectively in a friendly and supportive team.
Responsibilities:
This is a full and busy position and your role as a Corporate Commercial Paralegal will be to support the department's solicitors on a wide range of corporate transactions. Your duties will include the following:
* assisting with file management including attending to file set up and attending to regulatory on-boarding requirements;
* drafting and amending corporate ancillary documents, such as Board Minutes and Shareholder Resolutions under supervision;
* effecting amendments to corporate and commercial contracts under supervision;
* reporting on corporate and commercial contracts and transactions under supervision;
* co-ordinating and managing electronic data rooms, including organising, redacting and uploading documents and liaising with clients/third parties in respect of the same;
* attending to dictation;
* attending client meetings and calls and undertaking effective note-taking;
* preparing documents for completion and facilitating signatures;
* facilitating stamping with HMRC of corporate documents;
* assisting the team with post completion matters, including preparing Completion Bibles, writing post completion letters to clients/third parties and attending to Companies House filings.
You will already have a law degree, and may in due course be looking for a Training Contract (SQE or LPC) or CILEX route.
The work is challenging but extremely rewarding and provides an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to gain exposure to a wide range of corporate matters and progress their career as a solicitor at Wilson Browne.
Benefits:
* Competitive holiday entitlement increasing with length of service and options to buy more.
* Death in service benefit (after qualifying period) paying 3 x salary.
* Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 4%.
* Professional development opportunities.
* Discount schemes on retail, utilities and gym memberships.
* Voluntary Health Cash Plans available and Health screening.
* Paid volunteer leave.
* Regular long service awards and annual staff recognition awards.
* Cycle to work scheme.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Paid volunteer time
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Northampton NN4 5EA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Corporate law: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person