Job Description

Company Background:

Skiddle was born in 2001 as a what's on guide and began selling tickets in 2006 and is now one of the UK's most loved ticketing services selling tickets for tens of thousands of events throughout the UK, from independent club nights through to 60,000 capacity festivals. Skiddle currently sells tickets for the likes of

The Warehouse Project, Creamfields, Digbeth Dining Club and Live Nation

, and hundreds of independent venues and promoters across the country. Likewise, we host the largest festival guide in Europe.

About the Role

Were looking for an ambitious Paralegal to join our legal team at Skiddle. Working closely with the Legal Manager, youll play a key role in supporting a wide range of legal and commercial matters across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a law graduate seeking a varied legal experience within a fast paced, creative industry. The role offers exposure to commercial, contract, data protection, and compliance work and is ideal for those wishing to qualify as a solicitor via the SQE route.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with drafting and reviewing promoter contracts Support the Legal Manager in dispute resolution, including correspondence with promoters, customers, and external solicitors Conduct legal and commercial research to inform business decisions and risk assessments Help manage Skiddles contract database, ensuring all agreements are tracked, stored, and renewed appropriately Contribute to GDPR and data protection compliance, including supporting internal training and handling data-related requests Assist with risk and compliance projects, such as promoter due diligence, account auditing and policy reviews Review and summarise third-party terms and conditions to identify potential risks or inconsistencies Prepare and update legal templates, training materials, and internal documentation Liaise with internal teams (Business Development, Finance, Marketing, Operations and Tech Development) to provide practical legal support for ongoing projects and new product launches Maintain accurate legal records, track key deadlines, and assist in contract lifecycle management Participate in professional training and development, working toward qualification as a solicitor via the SQE pathway

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

A law graduate (LLB or equivalent) Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities A confident communicator who can work collaboratively with colleagues across all levels of the business Able to balance commercial awareness with sound legal reasoning Eager to learn, develop, and progress toward qualification as a solicitor Enthusiastic about working in the events ticketing industry

Desirable Experience:

Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant (in-house or private practice) Familiarity with contract law, data protection or intellectual property Experience working with digital platforms, tech companies, or
entertainment businesses

What can Skiddle offer:

In return for your commitment and enthusiasm, you can look forward to excellent working conditions in a progressive and growing company.We have a friendly informal and lively culture, where everyone is trusted to take ownership of their own workload. Youll be challenged but rewarded by working for this evolving business, where youll enjoy team outings, charity fundraising activities and going to events. We can offer:

Health insurance provided by Vitality after 1 year service Cycle to work scheme Tech scheme Electric Car scheme Company pension Sick Pay Friendly working environment Casual Dress-code Increased holiday entitlement after 1 year service Attending events alongside our vibrant team

Important Information: The successful applicant must agree to a Basic Disclosure under the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) procedures. Employment will be confirmed to the successful applicant subject to a satisfactory Disclosure report.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER AND A COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM - APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED IN JANUARY 2026