Paralegal

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Location: Central London Clearance: SC Salary: £48,900 - £73,300 Annual What's your possible? At Northrop Grumman UK , you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. We call it Defining Possible . This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. Whether you're supporting critical business functions or contributing to mission-focused programmes, you'll be empowered to grow, collaborate and make a meaningful difference. This is more than just a job. It's a mission. We're looking for a proactive and highly organised Paralegal to join our UK Legal Team. This is a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure across a diverse international business, working closely with colleagues across the UK, Europe and the United States. You'll support a wide range of legal, corporate governance and compliance activities while helping to protect and enable a business that delivers innovative solutions across defence, mission systems and advanced technology sectors. Working alongside experienced legal professionals, you'll play an important role in keeping key governance processes running smoothly, supporting commercial legal activities and helping the business navigate regulatory and operational requirements. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, develop specialist knowledge and build valuable experience within a dynamic commercial environment. If you're looking for a varied role where no two days are the same, and where you can develop your legal and business skills while contributing to meaningful programmes, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do As a Paralegal you will: • Support company secretarial activities, including Companies House filings, board changes, annual confirmations, corporate records, minutes and resolutions. • Work with colleagues in the US Corporate Secretary's Office and external legal advisers to ensure effective governance and compliance. • Review and support negotiation of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and commercial contracts. • Coordinate legal support relating to property matters, including lease renewals, wayleave agreements and subletting arrangements. • Assist with insurance, personal injury claims and legal risk management activities, liaising with insurers, solicitors and internal stakeholders. • Conduct due diligence checks, support internal investigations and monitor new UK and EU legislation to identify potential business impacts. What We're Looking For We're interested in people who are motivated, detail-focused and keen to develop their legal and commercial expertise. You'll bring: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. • Confidence building relationships and working with stakeholders at all levels. • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Desirable experience: • Degree in Law, Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) or equivalent legal studies background. • Experience supporting company secretarial or corporate governance activities. • Knowledge of UK company law, particularly the Companies Act 2006, and corporate governance principles. • Experience supporting contract review, compliance or legal administration processe