Job Description

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and commercially minded part time

In-House Paralegal

to support our legal function across a broad range of business activities. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, has strong attention to detail, and can work confidently with internal teams and external partners.

You will assist with contract management, legal research, compliance support, corporate administration, and day-to-day legal operations to help the business operate efficiently and legally.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation & Dispute Assistance

Liaise with external solicitors when required. Assist in gathering evidence, researching, preparing documents, going to court/mediation and organising files for claims, disputes, or employment matters. Handling a varied caseload.

Contract Management & Drafting

Draft, review, and amend commercial agreements (NDAs, supplier agreements, customer contracts, terms and conditions agreements employment documents, etc.). Lead and ensure a thorough rollout of updates to all our terms and conditions.

Legal & Business Support

Provide legal administrative support to the management team. Prepare legal summaries, briefing notes, and research memos. Assist with internal queries from departments such as Operations, Sales, HR and Finance. Support the development and implementation of internal legal policies and procedures.

Compliance & Data Protection

Help monitor GDPR processes, including DSARs, privacy notices, and retention schedules. Assist with compliance registers, training logs, and risk documentation. Support due-diligence processes for clients, suppliers, or partners.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous paralegal or legal administrative experience (law firm or in-house). Strong understanding of contract law and commercial awareness. Excellent drafting, proofreading, and document management skills. Highly organised, able to prioritise competing tasks. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal/contract management systems. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Desirable

Law degree / LLB / LPC / SQE preparation. GDPR or compliance experience.

Personal Attributes

Proactive and self-motivated. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Confident working independently and collaboratively. Calm under pressure with a positive, solutions-focused approach. Professional, approachable, and able to build strong internal relationships.

Part Time - 20 - 25 hours.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 17.95-20.51 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week

Work Location: In person