Paralegal

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Business Services team who will be working within a dynamic environment at our new London office together with some short-term exposure to Dispute Resolution.

The Responsibilities

You will primarily be working closely with a Partner and a Senior Associate within the Business Services Team which will include exposure to both Corporate and Commercial matters.Examples include:

• Assisting on M&A deals and corporate restructurings
• Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements
• Maintaining precedent banks and contract templates
• Preparing and maintaining statutory registers and Companies House filings
• Drafting and amending board minutes, resolutions and statutory forms

You will also be providing general administrative support e.g. opening, managing and closing client files, liaising with clients, counterparties and the wider team, providing billing support, conducting legal research and supporting business development.

In the short-term, you will also be expected to provide general support to a Partner in the Dispute Resolution Team.

Experience

No prior legal experience is required – we welcome applications from law graduates or those working towards a legal qualification who are keen to start a career in corporate/commercial law. Any exposure to an office or legal environment is a bonus but not essential.

We offer a competitive salary. There is a big emphasis at the firm on rewarding staff and we are continually reviewing our staff benefits. These currently include: above average holiday (31 days inc. bank holidays), and an option of a gym membership, extra pension contributions, extra holiday or a Healthcare Cashback Scheme.

We also encourage flexible working, whether this is working remotely from home, out of any of our offices or flexible hours, to provide members of staff with more freedom and autonomy.

The Firm

Ellis Jones is progressive and expanding, with over 190 staff and 7 offices across Dorset, Hampshire and London and a culture that supports and encourages career development – this role presents a real opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career.

‘Ellis Jones stands out for its strong commercial acumen, clear communication, and pragmatic approach to legal advice.’

‘Whether you’re dealing with a partner or a junior solicitor, the standard of work and attention to detail doesn’t drop. That level of quality control is a real differentiator.’

‘Simply excellent team which makes major transactions simple and efficient.’