Pharmacy2U
Job Description
Role: Paralegal – Part Time
Location: Leeds, LS15 8GB (hybrid: 1–2 days onsite per week)
Salary: £28,000–£30,000 FTE per annum, pro rata, plus extensive benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday (days and times flexible by agreement)
Pharmacy2U is the UK’s largest online pharmacy, helping over 1.6 million patients manage their NHS prescriptions. As a certified B Corp and Great Place to Work, we put colleague and patient experience at the heart of what we do, aiming to be a world‑leading, patient‑centric digital healthcare provider.
We’re looking for a highly organised, commercially minded and proactive Paralegal to support our Head of Privacy and Chief of Staff. You’ll be a core member of the in‑house legal team, working closely with internal stakeholders across the business on a broad range of matters, including contracts, IP, compliance initiatives and legal documentation.
What You’ll Be Doing
Contract Management
- Draft and review general commercial and tech contracts, providing feedback and guidance to contract owners
- Maintain and administer the contracts database, DocuSign and legal project management tools
- Manage commercial agreements from initial instruction through to post‑completion governance and training
- Help develop contract approval processes, standard terms and exception approvals
- Draft, review and manage a broad range of agreements (NDAs, T&Cs, software licences, consultancy agreements)
- Keep stakeholders informed, meeting with them where needed to take instructions
Compliance & Ethical Standards
- Support Anti‑Bribery and Anti‑Modern Slavery programmes
- Assist with delivery and oversight of the Code of Conduct and Ethics
Intellectual Property
- Assist in identifying, protecting and managing Pharmacy2U intellectual property assets
Governance & Reporting
- Support development and implementation of governance policies and practices
- Maintain the legal risk register and ensure alignment with internal policies
- Complete reporting tasks, monitor external legal spend and assist with auditor requests
- Maintain a database of all relevant contracts and agreements
Strategic Planning & General Legal Support
- Contribute to strategic planning to support organisational continuity and future developments
- Review and draft contracts and legal documents to safeguard company interests
- Provide day‑to‑day legal advice and conduct legal research as required
Who We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Prior experience as a paralegal, legal coordinator or legal assistant
- Strong understanding of contract and commercial law
- Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills
- Confident in legal research and document management
- Familiar with compliance standards and governance frameworks
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Benefits (Summary)
- Occupational sick pay; enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Contributory pension; discounted Aviva insurance
- Employee discount site; discounted gyms (blue light card, benefits schemes)
- EAP, in‑house mental health support, wellbeing initiatives
- Regular social events; cycle‑to‑work and green car schemes
- Professional registration fees paid (e.g. CIPD, GPhC, NMC)
- Long‑service and refer‑a‑friend bonuses; blue light card
- Hybrid working; strong CPD focus; 25 days’ holiday plus buy/sell options
- Discounts and offers at The Springs, Leeds; 25% discount on Pharmacy2U products and Private Online Doctor services
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK and will undergo a DBS check.
Job Data
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Job title | Paralegal – Part Time |
| Company name | Pharmacy2U |
| Location | Leeds, LS15 8GB, United Kingdom |
| Locality | The Springs / Thorpe Park area |
| City | Leeds |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Job type | Part-time |
| Employment type | Permanent |
| Contracted hours | 20 hours per week (Mon–Fri, flexible) |
| Salary FTE | £28,000–£30,000 per annum (pro rata for 20h) |
| Est. pro‑rata range | ~£14,933–£16,000 per year (assuming 37.5h FTE) |
| Salary type | Annual, pro‑rata |
| Currency | GBP |
| Work model | Hybrid (1–2 days onsite, rest remote) |
| Department | In‑house Legal (supporting Head of Privacy & Chief of Staff) |
Skills & Competency Table
| Skill / Competency | Description |
|---|---|
| Contract Drafting | Drafts and reviews commercial/tech agreements with clear, practical advice |
| Commercial Law Knowledge | Strong understanding of contract and commercial principles |
| Legal Research | Efficiently researches statutes, case law and regulatory requirements |
| Document Management | Organises and maintains contracts, risk registers and legal databases |
| Stakeholder Engagement | Communicates confidently with all levels across the business |
| Compliance & Governance | Supports compliance initiatives and governance frameworks |
| Analytical Thinking | Interprets legal and commercial risk accurately and proposes solutions |
| Organisation & Prioritisation | Manages multiple matters and deadlines across a 20h week |
| Tech Proficiency | Comfortable with Microsoft Office, DocuSign and legal/project tools |
| Discretion & Integrity | Handles confidential information appropriately and ethically |
Salaries Pay Calculator (Illustrative)
Assuming FTE is based on 37.5 hours/week.
Step 1 – Calculate pro‑rata fraction
20 ÷ 37.5 ≈ 0.5333
Step 2 – Apply to FTE range
| Basis | Calculation | Approx Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lower FTE (£28,000) | £28,000 × 0.5333 | ~£14,933 |
| Upper FTE (£30,000) | £30,000 × 0.5333 | ~£16,000 |
| Monthly (lower) | £14,933 ÷ 12 | ~£1,244 |
| Monthly (upper) | £16,000 ÷ 12 | ~£1,333 |
(Actual pro‑rata salary will be confirmed in your offer.)
Job Summary
Part‑time Paralegal role at Pharmacy2U (20h/week, hybrid Leeds), supporting the Head of Privacy and Chief of Staff on contracts, IP, compliance and governance. You’ll sit at the heart of a busy in‑house legal function in a leading digital pharmacy, with strong benefits, CPD support and genuine influence on business decisions.
FAQs
Q1. How flexible are the 20 hours?
Hours and days are flexible Monday–Friday and will be agreed at interview. You can typically arrange your 20 hours around other commitments.
Q2. Do I need in‑house experience, or is private practice acceptable?
Both are welcome. Prior paralegal or legal assistant experience, with good exposure to commercial contracts, is more important than the exact setting.
Q3. Is this role fully remote?
No. Pharmacy2U operates a hybrid model. You’ll usually be onsite in LS15 1–2 days per week, with the remainder of your hours worked from home.
Q4. Will I work only on contracts?
Contracts are a major part of the role, but you’ll also support IP, compliance, governance, reporting and ad‑hoc legal research and advice.
Q5. Are professional fees covered?
Yes. Pharmacy2U pays registration fees for relevant professional bodies (e.g. CIPD, GPhC, NMC etc., where applicable).
Expert Analysis
This part‑time paralegal role offers rare flexibility and breadth: you’ll gain broad in‑house exposure in a regulated, tech‑driven healthcare business. It’s ideal for a commercially minded paralegal seeking balance (20h/week) while still working on meaningful, business‑critical matters with clear CPD and progression support.
Location & Logistics Guide
The office is at The Springs/Thorpe Park area, LS15 8GB, just off the M1 with good bus links and on‑site amenities. Hybrid working reduces commute frequency, but you should be able to travel in 1–2 days a week. Map and directions:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pharmacy2U,+Unit+4+Ashbrooke+Park,+Leeds+LS15+8GB,+UK
Career Path
From this role you can progress to Senior Paralegal or Legal Counsel (with further qualification), or specialise in privacy, commercial or governance within Pharmacy2U. The business’s growth and digital focus also open routes into risk, compliance or commercial operations for those keen to broaden beyond pure legal work.
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