Paralegal (Manchester, UK)

Job description For Paralegal (Manchester, UK)

Scissero is an AI-enhanced legal services company built for financial institutions, combining expert legal support with intelligent automation. We believe in the power of partnership between humans and AI, where technology augments, not replaces, legal expertise. We are a global team of 75 people, comprised of lawyers, paralegals, AI engineers, software developers, and project managers, operating from offices in U.S, EMEA, and APAC.

We are looking for a Paralegal to join our growing corporate team in Manchester. You will work on high-value M&A and corporate transactions for top-tier financial clients, with the chance to take ownership of your work, interact directly with clients, and learn from experienced associates across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

As a Paralegal, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced associates in our new Manchester office. You will collaborate with the corporate team, assisting private equity firms with various tasks, including:
• Drafting and negotiating ancillary documents such as non-disclosure agreements, offer letters, consulting agreements, reliance/non-reliance letters, and engagement letters in connection with acquisitions and investments.
• Supporting private equity firms in the disposal/issuance of assets and shares.
• Performing general corporate duties, including maintaining the register of members and directors, preparing special resolutions, issuing share certificates, and filing documents at Companies House.
• Direct communication and contact with clients, providing an opportunity for real-world legal experience.

Requirements:
• Law degree or GDL equivalent.
• LPC/SQE preferred but not necessary.

Skills:
• Ability to work effectively within a small team.
• Attention to detail and independent work capabilities.
• Basic IT skills and conceptual, analytical, and critical thinking.
• Ambitious, self-motivated, and willing to learn.
• Ability to use initiative.

Why Join Us?
• Gain valuable legal experience in a tech-enabled law firm.
• Work with a client base that includes leading global financial institutions and investment firms.
• Opportunity for a training contract based on performance.
• Join a dynamic, enthusiastic, and diverse team with the chance to learn from experienced lawyers across multiple jurisdictions.

Salary:
• £26,000 per annum

Global Benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• 7 days paid sick leave annually.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• 1 week of paid study leave for professional development.
• Remote working flexibility and ability to work from different countries upon request.
• Annual discretionary performance-based bonus.

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