Paralegal or Legal Assistant- Contract to hire
We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Assistant or Paralegal with strong exposure to corporate and transactional law to join a fast-paced legal team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role will support attorneys and deal teams on a wide range of matters including contracts, securities filings, M&A transactions, and financial/legal documentation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a dynamic environment with potential for long-term conversion.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, redlining, and managing commercial contracts and agreements
- Support M&A transactions, including due diligence, document organization, and closing processes
- Prepare and maintain corporate governance documents and transaction-related materials
- Assist with securities filings (e.g., SEC filings, disclosures) as needed
- Coordinate and manage data rooms and document tracking for transactions
- Conduct legal and financial research to support attorneys and deal teams
- Track deadlines and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, clients, and external counsel
- Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal certificate preferred
- 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in a corporate legal department or law firm
- Strong experience with at least one of the following:
- Contracts / commercial agreements
- Securities / capital markets
- Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)
- Financial services or transactional law
- Familiarity with corporate structures, governance, and deal processes
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with legal tech tools or document management systems a plus
The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
