2 x Graduate Paralegals (Training Contract on offer)
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Position Overview & Specifications
The role
Two very exclusive vacancies to join a busy city-centre corporate law firm as Paralegals. The Paralegals will work closely with the Senior Partner (an eminent M&A lawyer with domestic and international clients) and other Associates on market-leading commercial and corporate matters.
The majority of your work will be on active client files, being supervised in tasks and matters accordingly, grasping those and moving on to more complex work, building your knowledge and skills base.
Training contracts will be available to the right candidates that demonstrate their value to the firm.
The firm
A best-in-class specialist M&A and Commercial Property law firm, acting for businesses of all sizes and HNW and UHNW individuals.
Requirements:
No prior legal experience is required but the work is challenging and intellectually stimulating. We look to recruit academically bright, commercially aware individuals who are willing to push themselves to achieve their potential. In view of the demands of the job we require a 2:1 degree or above (not necessarily in law).
The candidate will have an excellent work ethic, be ambitious and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
The need to multi-task and be able to prioritise tasks is essential.
The candidate should be extremely organised and have excellent attention to detail.
You will be a team player, have a can-do approach to tasks and have a passion for commercial law.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £19,000.00-£22,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 23/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for 2 x Graduate Paralegals (Training Contract on offer) roles across JLF's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £19,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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