Paralegal in City of Westminster

Company Description

McArthurGlen Group, Europe’s leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets, was founded in Europe in 1993 and currently manages 20+ designer outlets in 8 countries.

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and organised Paralegal to join the Commercial team in our Legal Department at our London Head Office. This is a varied role supporting our UK and Canada legal function across a broad range of matters, with a particular focus on commercial real estate, leasing, asset management and operational legal support.

Working closely with the Senior Legal Manager and wider Legal team, you will help coordinate property transactions, liaise with external solicitors and internal stakeholders, support compliance activities, and provide high-quality administrative and legal support to ensure matters are progressed accurately and efficiently. This is a great opportunity for someone with a legal background who is keen to build their experience within a collaborative, commercially focused in-house legal environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the Legal Department across a broad range of day-to-day legal matters for the UK and Canada, with a particular focus on commercial real estate, leasing, asset management and operational support.
• Assist with property transactions, including licences to occupy, tenancy at wills, assignments and surrenders, working closely with internal stakeholders and external solicitors to help ensure documentation is prepared, coordinated and progressed efficiently.
• Provide wider legal and administrative support to the team, including legal research, support with commercial contracts, claims and dispute resolution matters, compliance activities, document execution, invoice management, database maintenance and reporting.

The role will suit someone organised, proactive and detail-focused who is looking to build their experience within a collaborative, commercially minded in-house legal environment.

Qualifications

• Degree educated or equivalent professional experience (legal or postgraduate legal qualifications are desirable).
• Experience working in an office, legal, commercial or professional services environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Numerate with strong attention to detail.
• Commercially aware with a client-focused approach.
• Proactive, self-motivated and highly organised.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive working relationships.
• Ability to use initiative and work independently when required.

Additional Information

• Enjoy a competitive salary with a performance bonus of up to 15%.
• Claim towards yoga, gym equipment, or any activity that promotes your wellbeing.
• Benefit from 2 paid volunteering days per year.
• Access special discounts at our Designer Outlets.
• Hybrid working options where possible to accommodate your needs.
• Work with colleagues across eight countries within a global organization.
• Access LinkedIn Learning from day one with over 16,000 courses available.
• Thrive in an inclusive and collaborative environment where we value excellence, innovation, and making a difference.
• Over 89% of our colleagues would recommend us as a great place to work, according to our latest internal engagement survey.

At McArthurGlen, we value diversity and believe that everyone is extraordinary in their own way. We are an inclusive employer and support flexible working wherever possible.

Even if you are not sure you fit all the requirements for a particular role, we’d still love to hear from you. There may be another opportunity within McArthurGlen that is more suitable for you now or in the future.

McArthurGlen is committed to the equity of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our dedication, we will take the steps to assure that anyone with disabilities is provided reasonable accommodations.

We're committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone. If you need any adjustments or support during the application or interview process, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you can participate fully and showcase your skills and experience.