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Banking Paralegal

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Gateley

Jan 30

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Legal
    Banking & Finance
  • Manchester

Requirements

  • Our successful candidate will ideally have a degree in law or will be working towards a post-graduate legal qualification.
  • This would be a perfect opportunity for an ambitious candidate who wishes to progress long term with the firm.
  • Alternatively, you may be a career paralegal who wishes to progress your career, assist senior level lawyers and develop your skillset within a highly successful banking & finance legal environment.
  • You will have the ability to work as part of a team whilst also being able to manage your own workload.
  • The successful candidate should also be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
  • excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • sound legal knowledge
  • ability and willingness to learn
  • attention to detail
  • organised with time and documents
  • good IT skills
  • discretion and professionalism
  • commitment to being part of a hard-working team and the flexibility to support transactional activity.
  • experience with DocuSign would be desirable but is not essential

Responsibilities

  • As a paralegal in our close-knit and busy banking team, you’ll be based in our Manchester office, working closely with Banking Partners Richard Sealy and Chris Lister, as well as other team members across the Banking Unit.
  • You’ll act for lenders across the sector, providing end-to-end advice to help clients manage risk and comply with regulations.
  • You’ll gain exposure across our National Banking Unit and assist the wider national team, with opportunities to broaden your expertise and quickly take on more responsibility.
  • This role offers a hybrid mix of office and home working.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

The ideal candidate will have a degree in law or be working towards a post-graduate legal qualification.

What types of clients does the Banking team work with?

The Banking team works with a wide range of clients, including large corporates, owner-managed businesses, property developers, and various financial institutions.

Is prior experience with DocuSign required?

Experience with DocuSign is desirable but not essential for this role.

What skills are essential for a successful candidate?

Essential skills include excellent written and verbal communication, sound legal knowledge, attention to detail, good organizational abilities, and strong IT skills.

What is the work environment like?

The work environment is collaborative, with a close-knit and busy team atmosphere in our Manchester office.

What kind of career progression opportunities are available?

There are great development and progression opportunities within the firm for ambitious candidates looking to advance their careers.

How do we prioritize diversity and inclusion?

We prioritize diversity and inclusion by recruiting talented individuals from various backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all.

Are there any specific benefits offered to employees?

Yes, we offer a competitive remuneration package that includes an annual bonus opportunity, a comprehensive rewards package, learning and development opportunities, and various health and wellness benefits.

What attributes are valued in a candidate for this role?

Valued attributes include the ability to work as part of a team and manage individual workloads, commitment to teamwork, discretion, professionalism, and flexibility to support transactional activities.

We are Gateley, a legal and professional services group.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our clients where they need to be. Since arriving as the new kids on the block all those years ago, we’ve earned our stripes in the legal industry, building a leading name and a revered reputation. It’s why we went Plc – the UK’s first commercial law firm to do so. It’s why we’re pushing the limits of what a legal and professional business can offer. Our diverse team is made up of experts in all areas of law and business. But it’s about more than just their expertise. It’s about being straight talking. We deliver all this advice in simple, clear, everyday language, so you spend less time decoding jargon and more time focusing on what's important to you.

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