Legal Support Assistant

Etex Building Performance; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Assistant Legal Counsel to support the Head of Legal. This role requires providing commercial legal advice and managing various contracts including NDAs and trading agreements. The ideal candidate will have a law degree and a solid understanding of compliance and data protection laws. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team focused on sustainable construction in the UK and Ireland.

Qualifications

• Must have a law degree and experience in providing commercial legal advice.
• Proven ability to draft and review contracts.
• Knowledge of compliance and data protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on a wide range of matters.
• Review and draft legal documents including contracts and NDAs.
• Assist with litigation and manage compliance issues.

Skills

Commercial legal advice

Contract management

Compliance understanding

Data protection knowledge

Education

Law degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it’s our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well‑being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever‑evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as an Assistant Legal Counsel in Bristol!

The Assistant Legal Counsel will support the Head of Legal and work closely with the wider global legal team. This role will provide commercial legal advice across multiple business divisions within the UK and Ireland.

What you’ll do :

• Provide legal support on a wide range of matters.
• Review and draft commercial contracts, NDAs, collateral warranties, and trading agreements.
• Manage corporate housekeeping, including Companies House filings and board documentation.
• Assist with litigation management and liaise with external counsel when required.
• Support real‑estate transactions and property management in collaboration with the global real estate team.
• Advise on compliance, data protection, competition law, and environmental matters.

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