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Commercial Paralegal (Maternity Cover 12m FTC)

City of London Temporary View Job Description
My client is seeking a Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in the healthcare industry. This role will support the legal department in delivering effective legal services and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Paralegals with 12m varied in-house commercial experience encouraged to apply
  • 12M FTC Running from January 2026 - January 2027

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a large organisation in the healthcare industry, known for its commitment to professional excellence and high standards of service.

Job Description

  • Review, draft, and negotiate NDAs, data transfer agreements, and commercial contracts
  • Manage and assist with legal claims, liaising with insurers and external counsel
  • Conduct legal research and respond to day-to-day legal queries
  • Support on compliance, contract law, IP, data protection, employment law, and more
  • Represent the Legal Team in cross-functional projects and meetings
  • Draft and update internal policies, procedures, and templates
  • Assist with the implementation and training for a new contract management system
  • Maintain stakeholder relationships across internal teams and external partners
  • Support legal operations including document execution and approval workflows
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements



The Successful Applicant

  • Law graduate with LPC or SQE (or equivalent legal qualifications)
  • Proven experience as a paralegal, with full cycle commercial contracts exposure
  • Previous in-house legal experience (desirable)
  • High attention to detail and strong drafting skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Interest in healthcare and the work of a hospital and charity
  • Professional, organised, self-motivated, with a high level of discretion and integrity



What's on Offer

  • 12-month fixed-term contract for maternity cover.
  • Supportive and professional work environment.
  • hybrid working / London based



Contact
Nellie Russell-Hughes
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6775045
Phone number
+44 207 269 2444

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - In House
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
City of London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Nellie Russell-Hughes
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2444
Job reference
JN-062025-6775045