Job Description
The role of a Paralegal in the Corporate team in the Newcastle Legal Delivery Centre offers you the chance to work within the Corporate, Antitrust and Private Equity product groups. Complementing the firm's work, ensuring that knowledge, resources, processes, and technology are deployed effectively to support our clients.
Please note, if you have applied for a paralegal position with us within the last six months, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application at this time.
Who you will work with
At our Newcastle Delivery Centre, you’ll be part of a well‑established paralegal support team with a wide range of seniority and specialisms. As a Corporate Paralegal you will collaborate closely with Paralegals, Apprentice Paralegals, Senior and Supervisory Paralegals, Managing Paralegals, Operations Managers, Legal Technology Advisors and Process Architects.
You are likely to have direct contact and communication with Associates, Lawyers and Business Professionals based in other offices around the world.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring your work is accurate and thorough at all times
Accurately updating internal tracking systems
Being proactive about continuous improvement, systems and processes
Integrating legal technology into our processes and advancing your skills in this area as much as possible
Working efficiently and effectively within a team
Providing timely updates as to work progress
Communicating effectively at all times
Playing a role in developing and representing the culture of the Newcastle Office and ensuring that we offer a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming and supportive to all
What you will do
You will undertake a multitude of tasks related to the Corporate practice area, as mentioned above, including but not limited to:
Drafting documents from template/precedent
Assisting with "Know Your Client" checks
Managing local jurisdictional sur
Horizon Scanning support
Companies House searches and filings
Preparing bound volumes
Contract reviews (due diligence and ad hoc)
Comments handling
Singing/closing support
Set up and management of data rooms
Legal Research
NDA Reviews
You will use the latest legal technology for service delivery including, but not limited to Generative AI, Kira, High Q, Relativity and Contract Companion
Other administrative tasks as and when required
How we will support you
From your first day with us, you will have varied opportunities to continuously grow and develop your skills and knowledge. From formal training, informal coaching and mentoring through to skills-based and technical training and on the job learning.
You will be given the opportunity to get involved in a range of internal training which covers:
Legal Technology
Process Improvement
Various online training specific to the role of a paralegal, lawyer, manager etc.
Legal Training
Qualifications
Your career experience so far
You will possess the following skills
Essential
Demonstrable previous experience of working in an office or corporate environment
Good academics - you will be a graduate (any discipline, non-law degrees accepted) or have completed a CILEx level 3 (or above) qualification in Law.
Flexible and effective verbal and written communication skills
Excellent research capabilities with the ability to follow detailed instructions and produce complex findings
Proactive and forward thinking
Flexible and have desire to learn
Organised and efficient - ability to meet; daily, weekly and monthly deadlines
Proficient in applying and using a range of technology
Excellent attention to detail
Very good team player
Desirable
Demonstrable previous paralegal experience, particularly within transactional practice areas
Demonstrable experience of working in a customer service environment
Fluent in a European language, particularly French, German, Spanish or Italian
Benefits
When you join Clifford Chance, you will have access to a broad range of benefits to support you across many aspects of your personal and professional life including financial, wellbeing, lifestyle, and family friendly benefits.
Equal Opportunities
At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives are recognised and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed. We are guided by our values-based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.
We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and we are committed to delivering fair and equal access to all applicants and employees irrespective of background. This applies across all aspects of employment from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day‑to‑day working life.
Our global network of affinity, faith and support groups are open to all. These communities help to create an environment where everyone at the firm can feel they belong and can reach their full potential.
Work Pattern
Monday – Friday 35 hours per week. Core office hours are 09:00 - 20:00. We have a hybrid working policy in place and the expectation for this role is that at least 50% of your time is spent in the office.
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The role of a Paralegal in the Corporate team in the Newcastle Legal Delivery Centre offers you the chance to work within the Corporate, Antitrust and Private Equity product groups. Complementing the firm's work, ensuring that knowledge, resources, processes, and technology are deployed effectively to support our clients.
Please note, if you have applied for a paralegal position with us within the last six months, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application at this time.
Who you will work with
At our Newcastle Delivery Centre, you’ll be part of a well‑established paralegal support team with a wide range of seniority and specialisms. As a Corporate Paralegal you will collaborate closely with Paralegals, Apprentice Paralegals, Senior and Supervisory Paralegals, Managing Paralegals, Operations Managers, Legal Technology Advisors and Process Architects.
You are likely to have direct contact and communication with Associates, Lawyers and Business Professionals based in other offices around the world.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring your work is accurate and thorough at all times
Accurately updating internal tracking systems
Being proactive about continuous improvement, systems and processes
Integrating legal technology into our processes and advancing your skills in this area as much as possible
Working efficiently and effectively within a team
Providing timely updates as to work progress
Communicating effectively at all times
Playing a role in developing and representing the culture of the Newcastle Office and ensuring that we offer a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming and supportive to all
What you will do
You will undertake a multitude of tasks related to the Corporate practice area, as mentioned above, including but not limited to:
Drafting documents from template/precedent
Assisting with "Know Your Client" checks
Managing local jurisdictional sur
Horizon Scanning support
Companies House searches and filings
Preparing bound volumes
Contract reviews (due diligence and ad hoc)
Comments handling
Singing/closing support
Set up and management of data rooms
Legal Research
NDA Reviews
You will use the latest legal technology for service delivery including, but not limited to Generative AI, Kira, High Q, Relativity and Contract Companion
Other administrative tasks as and when required
How we will support you
From your first day with us, you will have varied opportunities to continuously grow and develop your skills and knowledge. From formal training, informal coaching and mentoring through to skills-based and technical training and on the job learning.
You will be given the opportunity to get involved in a range of internal training which covers:
Legal Technology
Process Improvement
Various online training specific to the role of a paralegal, lawyer, manager etc.
Legal Training
Qualifications
Your career experience so far
You will possess the following skills
Essential
Demonstrable previous experience of working in an office or corporate environment
Good academics - you will be a graduate (any discipline, non-law degrees accepted) or have completed a CILEx level 3 (or above) qualification in Law.
Flexible and effective verbal and written communication skills
Excellent research capabilities with the ability to follow detailed instructions and produce complex findings
Proactive and forward thinking
Flexible and have desire to learn
Organised and efficient - ability to meet; daily, weekly and monthly deadlines
Proficient in applying and using a range of technology
Excellent attention to detail
Very good team player
Desirable
Demonstrable previous paralegal experience, particularly within transactional practice areas
Demonstrable experience of working in a customer service environment
Fluent in a European language, particularly French, German, Spanish or Italian
Benefits
When you join Clifford Chance, you will have access to a broad range of benefits to support you across many aspects of your personal and professional life including financial, wellbeing, lifestyle, and family friendly benefits.
Equal Opportunities
At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives are recognised and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed. We are guided by our values-based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.
We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and we are committed to delivering fair and equal access to all applicants and employees irrespective of background. This applies across all aspects of employment from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day‑to‑day working life.
Our global network of affinity, faith and support groups are open to all. These communities help to create an environment where everyone at the firm can feel they belong and can reach their full potential.
Work Pattern
Monday – Friday 35 hours per week. Core office hours are 09:00 - 20:00. We have a hybrid working policy in place and the expectation for this role is that at least 50% of your time is spent in the office.
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