Paralegal

Job description

Paralegal

Tyne & Wear

A leading international professional services consultancy is seeking a Paralegal to join its in-house legal team based in Tyne & Wear.

This is an excellent opportunity for a law graduate, LPC/LLM/SQE candidate, or early-career legal professional looking to develop their commercial legal experience within a supportive and highly respected business.

The Role

You will work closely with experienced legal professionals, assisting with:

• Reviewing commercial contracts and identifying legal, insurance and commercial risks
• Preparing contract summaries and legal reports
• Supporting contract negotiations with clients and external advisers
• Assisting with collateral warranties, assignments and contractual documentation
• Maintaining legal databases and records
• Supporting claims administration and debt recovery processes
• Liaising with insurers and other stakeholders where required

About You

You will ideally have:

• A Law degree, MLaw, or a non-law degree with GDL/CPE conversion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Good Microsoft Office skills
• An interest in commercial contracts and in-house legal work

What's on Offer

• Salary of £24,000
• Exposure to a broad range of commercial legal matters
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation
• Hybrid working and comprehensive benefits package

To find out more or apply confidentially, please apply directly or contact Sam Fryer

sam.fryer@lhh.com

07703 355559

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-09-2026

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