Job Description

Job Overview

The Mohammed Laher Institute is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Paralegal to provide vital legal and administrative support across a range of matters. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and an interest in law to develop their career in a fast-paced environment.

As a Paralegal, you will assist with legal research, drafting, case preparation, and document management. You will work closely with senior colleagues, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and contributing to the smooth running of the Institute's legal function.

Duties

Case Support: Assist with the preparation of case files, correspondence, and legal documents. Research: Conduct legal research on issues relevant to ongoing matters and provide concise summaries. Drafting: Prepare and proofread contracts, agreements, and policy documents. Document Management: Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure documents are up to date and compliant. Compliance: Support monitoring of regulatory and legislative changes, ensuring policies remain compliant. Liaison: Act as a point of contact with external solicitors, clients, and stakeholders where appropriate. Administrative Support: Provide day-to-day assistance to the legal and HR teams as required.
Qualifications

Law degree, LPC, SQE training, or equivalent legal qualification (essential). Previous paralegal, legal assistant, or administrative experience (desirable). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with MS Office and legal document management systems.
Why Join the Mohammed Laher Institute?

At the Mohammed Laher Institute, we provide more than just jobs -- we build careers. Joining us as a Paralegal means being part of a culture that values professionalism, growth, and resilience. You will gain hands-on legal experience, work alongside experienced colleagues, and have the opportunity to progress as you develop your skills.

This is more than an entry-level legal role. It's a chance to contribute meaningfully while advancing your career in law.

Be precise. Be professional. Be Laher.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,800.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Paid volunteer time Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay Store discount Work from home
Application question(s):

Tell us about a time you took the lead or pushed yourself outside your comfort zone. How did it shape you? As a leader, how would you support your team in handling rejection and keeping morale high when they hear 'no' from a client? Can you describe a time when you improved team performance through coaching or process changes? What was the outcome?
Work Location: Remote