In-House Contract Review Paralegal

Haggerty Jaques; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking international organization as a paralegal in a hybrid role based in North Leeds. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a global risk management team, focusing on commercial contracts and risk management. You will play a crucial role in reviewing contracts, liaising with stakeholders, and enhancing internal processes. Ideal for those looking to develop their legal career in a supportive environment, this role combines legal expertise with business insight, ensuring you gain valuable exposure to global practices while contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transactional legal setting with commercial contracts.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess commercial contracts with senior guidance.
• Liaise with brokers on insurance matters and provide contract advice.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Proactive Attitude

Education

2:1 Degree in Law

Equivalent Legal Qualification

Tools

Legal Document Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

IN-HOUSE COMMERCIAL PARALEGAL / LEGAL EXECUTIVE

NORTH LEEDS WITH HYBRID WORKING

Generous Salary & Benefits Package

Haggerty Jaques are pleased to be working on behalf of a leading international organisation to find a capable paralegal to join its global risk management team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in commercial risk and contracts within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

About the Role

As a contract review paralegal, you will help operational teams enter into agreements with clients and suppliers, ensuring that risks are understood and managed appropriately. With support from the wider team, you’ll play a key part in facilitating efficient contract processes and enhancing internal risk controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and assess commercial contracts, with guidance from senior team members
• Liaise with insurance brokers regarding professional indemnity and general insurance matters
• Provide ad hoc advice on contract queries to internal stakeholders
• Assist in the contract risk management process, ensuring efficient turnaround times
• Contribute to improvements in risk tools, systems, and internal processes
• Support compliance

The Ideal Candidate

This role requires a paralegal with experience in a transactional legal setting and a desire to develop commercial acumen.

You must have:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in law or a related subject (or equivalent legal qualification)
• At least six months of legal experience in a non-contentious, transactional area such as commercial contracts, real estate, or construction
• The ability to commute to the Leeds area regularly (hybrid working is available)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, team-focused attitude and a willingness to learn
• Solid administrative and IT skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

What You'll Gain

Exposure to global commercial contracts and risk management practices Supportive, professional team culture with opportunities for development A role that blends legal knowledge with business insight

If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you.

Any references to PQE/years’ experience in our adverts are included purely as a guide and should not preclude candidates who believe they have the requisite skills and experience from applying.