At a Glance
- Tasks: Support M&A transactions, draft documents, and manage client relationships in a dynamic legal environment.
- Company: Join one of the UK's most innovative law firms with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, private healthcare, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and a commitment to sustainability.
- Why this job: Gain invaluable experience and build your career in Corporate Law with expert professionals.
- Qualifications: 1+ year Paralegal experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for Corporate Law.
The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.
Job Title
Paralegal – Corporate
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The role in 60 seconds
- Role: Paralegal – Corporate
- Team: Corporate
- Location: Bristol, Exeter or Plymouth
- Working Pattern: Full time
- Why this role matters: This is an excellent opportunity to build experience working with a team of expert legal professionals with a commercial and collaborative approach, whilst gaining invaluable exposure through ownership of relationships with an exciting range of clients.
- What you’ll do
In this role, you’ll
- Provide support for M&A transactions and other corporate advisory work.
- Draft transaction and ancillary documentation.
- Conduct due diligence.
- Be responsible for your own files and delivery of relevant client work.
- Direct client contact and building relationships with PE houses and their portfolio companies.
- Project management of client workstreams.
- Be a self-starter who drives individual projects and takes ownership of outcomes.
- Draft board minutes, investor consent letters, resolutions, and other ancillary documents.
- Prepare and manage corporate filings including Companies House filings.
- Coordinate clear document management, including preparing and maintaining records.
- Review and negotiate NDAs.
- Manage the loan note listing process for clients, including liaising with listing agents, reviewing documents provided and drafting material contract summaries.
- Provide an excellent client service.
- Ensure deadlines are met and a high quality of work is maintained.
- Role model a collaborative mindset both within the Paralegal cohort, and the wider team.
- Review processes and identifying opportunities to make these more efficient and/or effective.
- Assist with the transaction completion process by running completion searches and managing execution through Docusign.
- What we’re looking for
- We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:
- A passion for Corporate Law, with a view to building a career and qualifying into the Corporate team at Foot Anstey, demonstrating ambition and willingness to learn.
- 1+ year Paralegal experience, ideally in a Corporate team.
- Strong communication skills and an ability to reassure and act calmly and professionally at all times, often working to deadlines.
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy team with a demanding and sophisticated client base, with clients often operating from different time zones around the globe.
- Excellent IT skills with an in-depth knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Great time management and organisational ability.
- Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:
- An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
- A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
- A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
- A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
- Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
- Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:
- Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
- Employee sabbaticals.
- Enhanced parental leave policies.
- Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e. g., mental health support, gym memberships).
- An open, flexible working environment.
- Find out more about our benefits and work environment here Life at Foot Anstey | Foot Anstey
Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.
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Corporate Paralegal employer: Foot Anstey
Foot Anstey is an exceptional employer that champions a flexible and hybrid working environment, allowing you to take ownership of your own matters while enjoying the support of experienced colleagues. With a strong focus on professional development, you'll have ample opportunities to enhance your skills and build meaningful client relationships in the vibrant Bristol market. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that values independence and fosters growth.
