Paralegal

We are looking to recruit a Paralegal to join our Corporate French Inward Investments Team based in London. French companies looking to set up or market their products or services in the UK can face issues due to a lack of familiarity with the English legal system. Our French group comprises of French nationals who specialise in Franco-British business transactions, advising and assisting French companies and entrepreneurs investing in the UK.

• Advising mainly French clients on English business law, working with specialist teams as needed.
• Undertaking legal research and advising on new statutes and regulations.
• Participating in marketing activities, including seminars and pitches.
• Attending Franco-British Business / International Trade networking events in London and elsewhere.
• Supporting exceptional client service for our French-speaking clients.
• Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and intermediaries.
• Keeping up to date with legal developments.
• Developing understanding of English business law to support our French client base on matters involving various English business law areas; attending French networking events with the core French Group; occasional travel to France (approx. 1–2 times per year).

• Bilingual in French and English (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of both French and English legal systems desirable.
• Enthusiasm for English business law.
• Legal drafting skills and ability to provide clear, concise advice.
• Up-to-date knowledge of legal developments and government policy.

• Ability to advise clients in French to a high standard and within tight timescales.
• Team player within the French Group, Business Services, and the wider firm.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, ambitious, and results‑oriented.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

If you're ready to take on responsibility, support our French-speaking clients, and join a friendly, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you. This is your chance to be part of a group that is making a genuine impact for French businesses in the UK.