Corporate & Commercial Paralegal – In-house

Pharmacy2U Ltd

Corporate & Commercial Paralegal supporting legal and governance frameworks at a national online pharmacy. Engaging in commercial contracts, corporate governance, and strategic legal projects.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeLeeds • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £NaN per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and technology-related agreements while supporting corporate governance and compliance initiatives. Proficient in legal research, document management, and maintaining legal systems to ensure effective governance and risk management.

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Commercial Contracts ManagementCorporate Governance SupportLegal Research ProficiencyStakeholder Management SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Contract Law PrinciplesLegal DocumentationGovernance FrameworksDocument ManagementLegal Risk Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsSolutions-Focused ApproachAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Tools & Technologies

DocuSignLegal Matter Management PlatformsMicrosoft Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in LawParalegal Qualification

Industry Keywords

Corporate GovernanceComplianceAnti-Bribery InitiativesCode of ConductStatutory Records Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial and technology-related agreements, including NDAs, software licences, consultancy agreements, supplier contracts and terms & conditions
Manage contracts from initial instruction through to execution and post-completion governance
Maintain legal systems, contract databases, DocuSign and legal matter management platforms
Support contract approval processes, template development and legal governance activities
Conduct legal research and assist with legal advice, documentation and business stakeholder support
Support the Group and its subsidiary companies with company secretarial and corporate governance activities
Maintain statutory records, governance documentation and entity management records
Assist with board and shareholder meetings, corporate approvals, resolutions and Companies House filings
Support the continuous improvement of governance policies, procedures and frameworks
Support anti-bribery, anti-corruption and modern slavery initiatives
Assist with the Group’s Code of Conduct and Ethics programme
Maintain legal and governance records including the legal risk register
Assist with internal audits, external auditor requests and regulatory enquiries
Act as a trusted legal and governance contact for business units and subsidiary companies across the Group
Support strategic projects, partnerships, corporate transactions and business initiatives
Prepare reports, summaries and guidance to support informed decision-making
Assist the legal and governance team in protecting and advancing the interests of the Group

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree, Paralegal qualification or equivalent relevant experience
Previous experience in a paralegal, legal co-ordinator, legal assistant or company secretarial role
Experience working with commercial contracts and legal documentation
Knowledge of contract and commercial law principles
Experience supporting corporate governance or company secretarial activities would be advantageous
Familiarity with compliance, governance and risk management frameworks
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in legal research, document management and Microsoft Office applications
A pragmatic, commercially minded and solutions-focused approach
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across multiple business units and legal entities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Occupational sick pay
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Contributory pension
Discounted insurance (Aviva)
Employee discount site
Discounted gyms (via our blue light card and benefits schemes)
Employee assistance programme
In-house mental health support
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Social events throughout the year
Cycle to work scheme
Green car scheme*(subject to minimum earnings)
Long service bonus
Refer a friend bonus
Blue light card
Hybrid working
Commitment to CPD/training
25 days annual leave increasing with service
Annual leave buy and sell scheme
Discounts & Exclusive offers at The Springs, Leeds
25% Discount & health & beauty purchases
25% Discount on Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor Services