Paralegal, investment banking

Overview

Jefferies is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its Investment Banking Legal team in London. The successful candidate will have significant experience gained at a leading international law firm, financial institution or corporate. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing business with exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions.

Reporting Line

The Paralegal will report directly to the EMEA General Counsel and will play a key role in supporting the Investment Banking legal team in its day-to-day advisory and transactional work.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of legal documents including: NDAs, adherence letters, non-reliance letters, destruction requests.
• Providing day-to-day legal support and advice to the investment banking, corporate broking, and capital markets teams.
• Assisting in the coordination and execution of legal processes across a wide variety of markets and products.
• Supporting the administration and organisation of the Investment Banking Legal team, the e-billing team and the wider Legal function.

Candidate Profile

• Significant experience as a Paralegal in a top-tier law firm or financial institution.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• A team player with initiative, commercial awareness, and attention to detail.
• Beneficial to have knowledge of investment banking and capital markets transactions.

Essential Qualifications / Experience

• Law degree (or equivalent) preferred.
• At least 2–6 years’ experience as a paralegal in investment banking, capital markets, or corporate / contract law.

Key Competencies

• Capable of working independently in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally across global teams.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completion.

Application Instructions

Please submit a CV and cover letter highlighting your experience.