Corporate Paralegal (Training Contract)

Job description

We are the embedded hiring partner to a growing corporate law firm offering a genuine pathway into a Training Contract.

The firm operates a structured 4 Day Working Week and has built a reputation for accelerating the development of early-career lawyers through hands-on exposure to live transactions, client work and structured mentoring.

This role is designed for someone who wants to develop the technical and commercial foundations required for a successful career in corporate law.

Strong performers in the role will be well positioned to progress into a Training Contract.

The Role

You will work closely with the corporate team supporting live transactions and client matters while developing your technical understanding of corporate law.

From the outset you will gain exposure to real deal activity rather than purely administrative support work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting lawyers on corporate transactions and advisory matters

• Assisting with legal research and preparation of transaction documents

• Supporting due diligence and document review processes

• Helping coordinate deal activity and maintain organised transaction files

• Assisting with drafting and reviewing supporting documentation

You will work directly with experienced lawyers and partners, gaining practical insight into how corporate deals are structured and delivered.

Development & Training

A core part of the role is professional development.

The firm has a proven approach to developing future lawyers through structured training, mentorship and real transaction exposure.

You will receive:

• Ongoing technical training in corporate law

• Direct mentoring from experienced lawyers

• Exposure to live deals and client relationships

• A clear pathway toward a Training Contract for high performers

The environment is designed to accelerate learning rather than slow it.

About You

You may already have experience within corporate law, but this is not essential.

We are open to candidates who have worked in other areas of law and are looking to transition into corporate practice.

You will demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in corporate law and transactions

• Strong academic grounding in law

• Attention to detail and organised working habits

• Confidence communicating with colleagues and clients

• Motivation to develop quickly in a professional environment

Why This Role

You will join a firm that combines strong commercial work with a modern working model.

The structured 4 Day Working Week supports focused working while maintaining high professional standards.

More importantly, the role provides a genuine opportunity to build the experience and capability required to secure a Training Contract.

Our Process

As an integrated extension of the firm’s leadership team, we operate a structured hiring process.

Qualified applicants will receive a detailed video briefing outlining the firm, the role and the development pathway before any formal discussion takes place.

If you are serious about building a career in corporate law and want exposure to real work from the outset, we welcome a confidential application.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Nottinghamshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English