Talent.com
Lr Locums
M&A Paralegal | 12m FTCLr Locums • London, England
M&A Paralegal | 12m FTC

M&A Paralegal | 12m FTC

Lr Locums • London, England
13 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description
Job Title: Paralegal – M&A / Private Equity Location: London Contract Type: 12-month fixed term (potential for extension) Minimum 1 yr M&A/Private Equity experience required - you will be rejected if you do not meet this requirement About the Role: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our growing M&A and Private Equity department in London. This role offers exposure to complex corporate transactions within a dynamic City law firm environment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in corporate M&A and/or Private Equity and be eager to contribute to all aspects of deal execution. Key Responsibilities: * Draft, review, and organize transaction documents, including NDAs, SPAs, disclosure schedules, SHAs, management incentive plans, corporate approvals, and ancillary agreements. * Coordinate deal execution, managing signing/closing checklists, collating signature pages, and preparing closing sets/bibles. * Manage due diligence processes, including collecting documents, maintaining trackers, liaising with internal teams and foreign counsel, and summarizing key findings. * Maintain and update transaction trackers, cap tables, data rooms, and other client/internal workflow tools. * Assist with Companies House filings and verify corporate and financial records. * Liaise directly with clients, counsel, counterparties, and internal deal teams to ensure smooth information flow. * Conduct legal and market research to support Associates on transaction-related matters. Qualifications and Experience: * Three A-levels at grades AAB or above (or equivalent). * University degree at grade 2:1 or above (or equivalent). * Previous experience in M&A and/or Private Equity within a City law firm. Skills and Attributes: * Strong IT skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF software, email, and online research tools; willingness to learn new software applications. * Ability and willingness to work overtime or weekends if required. * Enthusiasm for tackling new legal areas and unfamiliar tasks. * Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. * High attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of correspondence. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Team player with the ability to assist co-workers effectively. * Willingness to undertake both administrative and complex legal tasks. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to gather information and propose solutions. * Calm under pressure and able to prioritize effectively. * Produces clear, concise, and thorough written work. * Perceptive and proactive in understanding the wider context of work and identifying new issues or opportunities. What We Offer: * Exposure to high-profile M&A and Private Equity transactions. * Opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative, and fast-paced environment. * Professional development and learning opportunities within corporate law J-18808-Ljbffr
Create a job alert for this search

M&A Paralegal | 12m FTC • London, England

Similar jobs

M&A Paralegal | 12m FTC

LR Legal RecruitmentGreater London, England, GB
Temporary

Paralegal – M&A / Private Equity.Minimum 1 yr M&A/Private Equity experience required - you will be rejected if you do not meet this requirement.We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Parale... Show more

 • Promoted

Contracts Paralegal – Private Markets (UK)

Carta HealthcareGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

The Carta UK Contracts team is looking for a Paralegal – Contracts to join in London.You’ll help manage investment-related NDAs, drafting and first-round markup, and coordinate workflows to keep co... Show more

 • Promoted

Private Client Paralegal | Exceptional Exposure and Development

QED Legal LLPGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Private Client Paralegal | Broad Exposure, Autonomy and Progression.Competitive salary (dependent on experience).An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Paralegal to join a well es... Show more

 • Promoted

In-House Paralegal – 6-Month FTC, London (3 Days/Week)

Avencia Talent Solutions LimitedGreater London, England, GB
Temporary

Avencia Talent Solutions Limited is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join the in-house legal team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, based in London with three days a week in the office.You will ... Show more

 • Promoted

Contracts Paralegal - High-Volume VC/Private Markets UK

CartaGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Carta is hiring a Paralegal – Contracts in the UK to support our UK Contracts team.You will work with Carta’s UK lawyers and embedded AI agents to handle investment‑related NDAs and transactional d... Show more

 • Promoted

Trade Mark Paralegal (12+ Month Contract) £GOOD+ London/Hybrid

Dawn Ellmore Employment AgencyGreater London, England, GB
Temporary

We are assisting a top-rate law firm in London who are seeking an experienced Trade Mark Paralegal to join their team – this will be initially on a 12‑month contract with the potential for this to ... Show more

 • Promoted

Trade Mark Paralegal (12+ Month Contract) £GOOD+ London/Hybrid

The Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorney'sGreater London, England, GB
Temporary

Trade Mark Paralegal (12+ Month Contract) £GOOD++ London/Hybrid.Telephone: +44 (0)20 7405 5039.We are assisting a top-rate law firm in London who are seeking an experienced Trade Mark Paralegal to ... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Paralegal - Client Due Diligence

Carousel Consultancy LtdCity Of London, England, GB
Permanent

Carousel Consultancy Ltd provided pay range.This range is provided by Carousel Consultancy Ltd.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.D... Show more

 • Promoted

Paralegal

Flex LegalGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

We are looking for a Paralegal to join one of our clients who specialise in Employment Law.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their legal career who wants hands‑on experience in a... Show more

 • Promoted

Paralegal

Buckingham RecruitmentGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Paralegal – Membership Organisation in lovely offices in the City – £40,000-£45,000 – hybrid working (3-4 days in office).Great opportunity for a paralegal to join busy membership organisation of c... Show more

 • Promoted

APAC Real Estate Paralegal – Multilingual, UK-Ready

Mandarin RecruitmentGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Mandarin Recruitment is offering an opportunity for a Paralegal to join their APAC Real Estate Team in London.This esteemed law practice boasts a global clientele and focuses on innovative legal so... Show more

 • Promoted

M&A Corporate Paralegal — Mentored, High-Value Deals

Brandon JamesCity Of London, England, GB
Full-time

The Corporate Paralegal role is based in London with a leading international law firm.You will support the Corporate team across transactional matters including private equity and M&A, preparing bo... Show more

 • Promoted

Commercial Paralegal – Fast-Track Growth in Mayfair

Barnes Law AssociatesGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

A London-based law firm is seeking an ambitious and motivated Commercial Paralegal to support solicitors on various commercial matters.This role involves drafting and reviewing agreements, conducti... Show more

 • Promoted

Conveyancing Paralegal

A1 PersonnelGreater London, England, GB
Full-time +1

Competitive (dependent on experience).A well-established law firm in London is seeking a.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop their career within a support... Show more

 • Promoted

Conveyancing Paralegal- Property Development Business

Simmons & HanburyLondon, England, GB
Full-time

My client, a leading property business, is looking for a Conveyancing Paralegal to join their legal team.This is a 12 month FTC with potential to go permanent.Support and lead conveyancing transact... Show more

 • Promoted

DSAR Paralegal: Data Privacy & eDiscovery Pro

Shakespeare MartineauGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Shakespeare Martineau is expanding its Managed Legal Services team and seeking a detail‑oriented Paralegal to support DSAR work.You will help deliver DSARs at scale, collaborating with clients and ... Show more

 • Promoted

Property Paralegal

Executive Network Legal LtdGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Property Paralegal – Commercial & Residential, 3 + years’ experience, £30,000 – £35,000 DOE, London.This is an excellent opportunity for a property paralegal looking to build their expertise furthe... Show more

 • Promoted

Temporary Paralegal!

Office AngelsCity Of London, England, GB
Temporary

Join our team as a Paralegal! Our client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to support an exciting large onboarding project in the property and real estate sector.The role is ... Show more

 • Promoted

Paralegal

DevonshiresGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Devonshires has been based in the City of London for more than 150 years, in addition to our office in the City, we have offices in Lee... Show more

 • Promoted

Conveyancing Paralegal

Law Staff Legal RecruitmentCity Of London, England, GB
Full-time +1

Conveyancing Paralegal 1 years + experience.Are you looking to join a reputable and growing law firm in the heart of Central London who can offer a supportive working environment?.Position Overview... Show more