Company Secretarial Paralegal
Edinburgh or Glasgow (Hybrid) Hybrid working
We’re working with a leading & growing Scottish law firm known for its incredibly strong corporate practice and modern, forward-thinking approach. They’re looking to hire a CoSec Paralegal to join their Corporate team, supporting a broad portfolio of clients with company secretarial and governance matters.
The Role
This is a brilliant opportunity for a detail-driven paralegal to build a long-term career in company secretarial and corporate governance within a highly regarded firm. You’ll play a key role in the day‑to‑day delivery of company secretarial services, working closely with solicitors and acting as a first point of contact for clients.
* Manage day‑to‑day company secretarial requirements across a varied client base
* Maintain and update statutory registers and company records (electronic and hard copy)
* Prepare and file Companies House submissions, including:
o Confirmation statements
o Director appointments/resignations
o Share allotments
* Support company incorporations and act as a key contact for new entity set‑up
* Draft board minutes, resolutions, and corporate documentation
* Monitor deadlines and maintain accurate internal databases
* Prepare company profile reports using Companies House records
* Act as a first point of contact for client queries, ensuring a professional and proactive service
* Support AML and client onboarding processes
About you
* Experience in a company secretarial or corporate paralegal role
* Strong understanding of the Companies Act 2006 and statutory filing requirements
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
* Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients and stakeholders
* Proactive, flexible, and solutions‑focused approach
* Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office essential; experience with systems like Diligent Entities, iManage or Aderant is a bonus)
* A genuine interest in developing a long‑term career in the CoSec world.
What’s in it for you
* Join a highly respected UK firm with a strong corporate reputation, a Scottish firm expanding incredibly well across the UK
* Exposure to a wide range of company secretarial and governance work
* Supportive, collaborative culture with a focus on development
* Clear pathway to build a long‑term paralegal career
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