Paralegal

jobs.jerseyeveningpost.com-job boards; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive legal firm is seeking a Paralegal to support its General Counsel Team. The role involves onboarding suppliers, performing contract reviews, and conducting due diligence. The ideal candidate has relevant legal qualifications and paralegal experience, along with strong prioritisation and teamwork skills. You'll join an inclusive culture focused on professional development and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant legal qualification and experience in a similar role within a legal environment.
• Paralegal experience (or similar) is advantageous.
• Must hold 'Entitled or Entitled to Work' status in Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Assist on projects led by the Head of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel.
• Support the General Counsel team by addressing service-related queries.
• Complete risk and governance questionnaires.

Skills

Legal qualification

Team collaboration

Risk management

Prioritisation skills

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented Paralegal to join their General Counsel Team. This full-time position presents an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of best-in-class legal services across non-regulated entities within the organisation. The role encompasses crucial responsibilities such as onboarding third-party suppliers, performing contract reviews from both legal and regulatory perspectives, managing Non-Disclosure Agreements, Data Protection Agreements, and conducting due diligence checks. If you are looking to join an ambitious and forward-thinking firm that values its people and offers opportunities for professional development, our client would love to hear from you!

Job Duties:

• Assist on projects led by the Head of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel, developing protocols and employing technology for client engagement letters, panel terms, and third-party supplier contracts
• Support the General Counsel team by addressing service-related queries under the guidance of senior legal personnel
• Complete risk and governance questionnaires and other due diligence documentation as requested by suppliers, intermediaries, and clients
• Maintain internal precedent banks for preferred legal contractual clauses and third-party stakeholder governance
• Review and uphold a database of panel and special terms with clients while managing the internal supplier contract register
• Collaborate with the Data Protection Officer to review data processing agreements and respond to ad hoc data protection queries
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of the relevant bar counsel or law society in each of the organisation's locations, in partnership with the Risk & Compliance team

Job Requirements:

• Relevant legal qualification and experience in a similar role within a legal environment
• Paralegal experience (or similar) within a law firm or in-house department is advantageous
• Must hold 'Entitled or Entitled to Work' status in Jersey, Channel Islands
• Strong team player who follows direction effectively while managing their own workload and deadlines
• Pragmatic risk management mindset with the ability to build strong internal relationships
• Confidence to approach colleagues and seek clarification when needed
• Excellent prioritisation skills, with the ability to balance competing demands

What You'll Love:

Joining our client means becoming part of a firm that prioritises an inclusive culture and values the contributions of its employees. You will benefit from a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and competitive compensation. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking legal team that is dedicated to excellence. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, don't hesitate to apply!

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