At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage land rights cases and support legal activities for E.ON’s IDNO business.
- Company: Join E.ON, an award-winning workplace recognised for its culture and opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave, and outstanding workplace perks.
- Other info: Exciting career growth in a supportive environment focused on young professionals.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the legal field while working with a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years of paralegal experience and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 32422 - 44455 £ per year.
We are looking for a Paralegal to join our Legal, Compliance and Data Protection Team based in Derby on a 12 month fixed term basis. If we are inundated with applications, this role will close earlier than the stated date.
Salary: £32,422 - £44,455
Location: Derby
Join E.ON as a Paralegal in the Legal, Compliance and Data Protection Team to support legal, compliance, and regulatory activities for E.ON’s Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) business, focusing on land rights transactions.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing land rights cases (easements, leases, transfers, licences) from start to finish, coordinating with internal teams, external legal counsel, and stakeholders.
- Drafting, reviewing, and preparing legal documents and conducting title reviews with HM Land Registry.
- Supporting regulatory submissions, audits, and governance processes through accurate record-keeping and reporting.
- Liaising with customers and legal representatives to ensure clear communication and timely progress.
- Providing legal and administrative support to the IDNO Compliance Officer and contributing to process improvements and team collaboration.
This role requires attention to detail, proactive case management, and effective stakeholder communication to drive successful delivery of land rights and legal activities.
What we need from you:
Essential:
- Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role (in-house or private practice).
- Legal qualification, or working towards a relevant legal qualification, with practical experience in a legal assistant, paralegal or similar support role.
- Ability to manage and prioritise a varied caseload, progress matters to deadlines and elevate issues appropriately.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear documentation and liaise professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
- High level of attention to detail and analytical ability when reviewing documents, information and records.
- Strong organisational skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and case management or tracking tools.
Desirable:
- Experience in land rights, commercial property, infrastructure, utilities or another regulated sector.
- Familiarity with land law, property transactions, HM Land Registry processes or title document review.
- Experience drafting, reviewing or amending standard form legal documentation, including easements, leases, licences or NDAs.
- Experience liaising with and instructing external legal counsel and coordinating legal responses.
- Experience working within a DNO, IDNO, ICP or UK energy sector environment.
Here’s what you need to know:
Award-Winning Workplace: We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2026 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
Outstanding Benefits: Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus.
Paralegal E.ON UK PLC employer: E.ON Energie Deutschland GmbH
E.ON UK PLC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Derby where you can thrive as a Paralegal within our award-winning Legal, Compliance and Data Protection Team. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide outstanding benefits including 26 days of annual leave, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation, making it a meaningful place to advance your legal career.
Contact Details:
E.ON Energie Deutschland GmbH Recruitment Team
