ESG Corporate Paralegal

Prestigious US firm is hiring a new Paralegal to join the Corporate, Private Equity and M&A group, with a specific focus on Sustainability and ESG group – this is a newly created permanent role.

• Up to £55,000
• Exceptional benefits including a free on-site gym
• High level work
• Hybrid working (1 day remotely)

ESG Corporate Paralegal Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the PSL with maintaining and keeping updated the team’s know-how resources, and with other training-related administration.
• Carrying out some tasks on behalf of fee earners, freeing them from routine things which do not require legal qualification. 
• Assisting junior associates and trainees with procedures that may be unfamiliar to them.
• Assisting the PSL with legal research and writing. 
• Assisting the PSL with administrative matters related to the team’s learning and development programme. 
• Preparing filings for submission to competition authorities. 
• Assisting trainees with compiling transaction bibles/similar.
• Assisting with planning of events, webinars, and training.

ESG Corporate Paralegal Key Skills & Requirements:

• Previous Corporate Paralegal experience is preferable.
• Either previous experience or a genuine passion for Sustainability and ESG.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to work directly with lawyers.