Paralegal (M&A/Corporate Law)

[FLP1026]

Paralegal (Corporate Law)

Due to extensive growth and multiple acquisitions, Fusion Consulting Group is looking to recruit a Corporate Paralegal to join us in our central office in the city of London.

FCG, now in its eleventh year of trading, established its Legal Services division in 2018 and more recently acquired Fusion Law (formerly Birdi & Co Solicitors), an SRA regulated law firm set up in 2021. Fusion Law focuses on Corporate, M&A, Commercial, Commercial Property, Non-Contentious Employment, GDPR and Banking & Finance.

This role is ideal for someone with at least two years of corporate paralegal experience who is looking to develop their career within a professional and supportive environment. Experience working on M&A transactions would also be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to join our established legal team.

The successful candidate will support solicitors across a range of legal topics but will have a focus on corporate/M&A, and commercial property matters.

• Assisting solicitors with the preparation, management, and progression of legal matters
• Drafting and filing legal documents, correspondence, ancillary transaction documents and HMLR and Companies House forms with accuracy and attention to detail
• Conducting legal research and summarising findings clearly
• Managing case files, ensuring all documentation is organised and up to date
• Liaising with clients and third parties professionally
• Handling administrative tasks including filing, billing support, and diary management
• Administrating the firm’s AML/KYC/CDD checks

Candidate Requirements

You will be required to embrace the values and culture of the firm, and you must be happy to work autonomously but within a collegiate and supportive environment.

• Minimum of three years’ experience working in a UK legal practice as a Paralegal, two of those within corporate law/M&A
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and documentation within the UK legal system
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organisation and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Familiarity with legal billing and time recording systems

Previous experience within Corporate Law is essential, and a willingness to engage in Commercial Property work (I.E company filings and property search enquiries) is also important.

What we Offer

• Competitive basic salary with hybrid working
• Private medical insurance
• Group life insurance
• FusionPoints bonus scheme
• An additional day off for your Birthday every year
• Tailored training and development plans for every employee
• Participation in the law team’s incentive program

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: London, Moorgate EC2M (hybrid, 3x a week in the office)

About Fusion Consulting Group:

Fusion is a multi-discipline consulting practice assisting entrepreneurial businesses and private clients by delivering an end-to-end solution throughout their business journey.

Fusion crafts client solutions using its in-house team of highly skilled consultants with a diverse range of expertise within International Taxation, Company Accounting, Executive Recruitment, IT Strategy, Business Advisory, Legal Services and Financial services ensuring a joined-up approach and seamless client experience.

Equal Opportunities

Fusion Consulting Ltd is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.