Corporate Paralegal
hace 2 días
Colchester
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to join our growing legal team in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with strong organisational skills and a genuine interest in corporate law to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work closely with senior solicitors and partners, assisting on a wide range of corporate matters including mergers and acquisitions, company reorganisations, shareholder agreements, and general company law advisory work. Key Responsibilities • Assisting with corporate transactions including M&A, share sales, and asset purchases, • Drafting and reviewing corporate documentation (board minutes, resolutions, shareholder agreements, articles of association), • Conducting due diligence and preparing due diligence reports, • Managing Companies House filings and maintaining statutory registers, • Supporting with disclosure processes and transaction bibles, • Liaising with clients, accountants, and external advisors, • Legal research and preparation of briefing notes, • Previous experience in a corporate/commercial legal environment (law firm or in-house), • Law degree (LLB) or equivalent qualification preferred, • Strong understanding of company law and corporate procedures, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work under pressure, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems