Banking and Finance Paralegal

  • Brandon James Ltd
  • Apr 16, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Banking & Finance Paralegal

We are working with a well established and highly regarded commercial law firm based in London, who are seeking a Banking & Finance Paralegal to join their busy and growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with prior experience in banking or finance law to develop their career within a structured and high performing practice.

The firm is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented paralegal who can provide reliable support to fee earners across a range of complex finance matters.

The Firm

The Banking & Finance Paralegal will join a respected London based law firm with a strong presence in the commercial and financial services sector. The firm advises a broad client base including lenders, borrowers, investors and corporate entities across a variety of finance transactions.

They are known for delivering high quality legal services while maintaining a collaborative and supportive working culture.

The firm offers excellent exposure to high value work and provides clear progression opportunities for ambitious paralegals.

The Role

The Banking & Finance team handle a wide range of matters including corporate lending, real estate finance, development finance and general banking transactions.

You will support fee earners on transactions from instruction through to completion, playing a key role in ensuring matters progress efficiently.

The role will include:

  • Supporting solicitors on banking and finance transactions
  • Drafting and preparing legal documentation and correspondence
  • Assisting with due diligence and document review
  • Preparing and organising transaction bibles and completion packs
  • Managing conditions precedent checklists
  • Liaising with clients, lenders, borrowers and third parties
  • Assisting with post-completion matters and filings
  • Maintaining accurate file records and document management
  • General transactional support across matters from inception to completion

The Banking & Finance Paralegal

The firm is seeking an organised and commercially aware individual with prior exposure to banking or finance law who is looking to build their experience within a reputable firm.

The Banking & Finance Paralegal will have:

  • Previous experience within a banking and finance essential
  • Understanding of finance transactions and legal documentation
  • Experience assisting with due diligence and transactional processes
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Confidence liaising with clients and third parties
  • Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
  • A proactive and professional approach to supporting fee earners
  • Candidates without relevant legal experience will not be considered.

In return ?

  • Salary of £28,000 to £30,000 per annum depending on experience
  • Hybrid working available
  • Well regarded London based commercial law firm
  • Exposure to high value and complex finance transactions
  • Clear progression opportunities within the team

If you are a Banking & Finance Paralegal considering your next opportunity, please contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law on .

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