Sustainable Finance Paralegal

Posted 05 November 2021
Salary £25000 - £30000 per annum
LocationCity of London
Job type Permanent
ReferenceHL 9492_1636104417
Contact NameHeather Lawson

Job description

ESG, Impact Finance, Sustainable Finance - whatever the title it is given, it is now a key area of law for most law firms, and we are helping a London based firm find a paralegal who has a passion for this area join a growing team.

Working in a team that provides support to financial institutions navigating this evolving area of law, this role will see you at the heart of a team that is helping organisations promote good governance and and have a positive social and environmental impact.

Some of the keys responsibilities will include

  • Drafting notes of client advice and research and internal precedents and guidance;
  • Client research and contribution to client and sector strategy;
  • Researching and reporting on developments in the impact financing & investing sector and creating first drafts of articles/thought leadership for internal and/or external use;
  • Assisting with queries (including market developments/precedents) from fee earners and working on sustainable finance transactions;
  • Supporting the production, development and update of precedent forms
  • Managing the precedent documents and ESG terms and conditions database for internal use

To apply you will need:

  • to have a law degree or equivalent
  • prior knowledge or a keen interest in ESG and sustainability
  • The ability to communicate effectively to all levels of staff, including lawyers, PAs and business services
  • Knowledge of finance transactions

Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.