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Paralegal

City of London
5 days ago
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Paralegal
Location: City of London
Full-Time | Permanent Position

£35,000 - £40,000 DOE

Our client, a leading multinational pharmaceutical company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join their legal team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, global organisation at the forefront of the health care industry.

About the Role:
In this role, you'll provide crucial support to the legal department, assisting with a variety of tasks related to contracts and legal administration. You must be LPC or SQE qualified and have a strong understanding of legal procedures.

What We're Looking For:

A completed Law degree (LPC or SQE qualification required)

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Solid understanding of legal contracts and terminology

Excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset

Technically proficient with legal tools and systems

What's In It for You:

A chance to work with a respected multinational pharmaceutical company

Hybrid working model (split between home and City of London office)

Exposure to a professional legal environment with a collaborative team

Competitive hourly rate and long-term career potential

May & Stephens Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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