In-House Paralegal – Tech & IP Contracts

Michael Page Legal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Legal is recruiting an In-house Paralegal to join a pioneering innovation and technology commercialisation organisation in Manchester. You will support the legal team across commercial contracts, IP matters and critical business work that underpins research-led ventures.

The role offers exposure to technology transfer, intellectual property and commercialisation activities, with opportunities to collaborate with researchers, entrepreneurs and partners while developing your skills in

Qualifications

• An experienced paralegal with previous exposure to commercial contracts and legal administration.
• Comfortable reviewing, managing and maintaining contractual documentation.
• Interested in technology, innovation, intellectual property and commercialisation activities.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently while supporting a collaborative legal and commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the legal team with the drafting, review and administration of a range of commercial agreements.
• Assisting with intellectual property due diligence and portfolio management activities.
• Managing legal documentation, contract records and compliance processes.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and external partners to facilitate commercial transactions.
• Providing general legal and administrative support across a busy and varied in-house function.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Legal administration

IP due diligence

Stakeholder management

Contract drafting

Job description

Michael Page Legal is recruiting an In-house Paralegal to join a pioneering innovation and technology commercialisation organisation in Manchester. You will support the legal team across commercial contracts, IP matters and critical business work that underpins research-led ventures.

The role offers exposure to technology transfer, intellectual property and commercialisation activities, with opportunities to collaborate with researchers, entrepreneurs and partners while developing your skills in