Assistant Legal Counsel

CDS Recruitment Ltd ,
Newton Aycliffe, Durham
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000 per annum

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Legal Counsel to join an expanding Legal Team on a permanent basis. THE ROLE: Preparing and reviewing legal documents ranging from complex supply contracts or transaction related documents to routine/standard terms and conditions or similar commercial documentation; Advising colleagues of the implications of such documents and offering possible solutions to any concerns arising; Participating in/supporting sales team with contract related discussions with customers; Developing and maintaining a range of contract templates and other precedents; Being point of contact for colleagues and customers for company insurance queries/information; Supporting projects teams with legal points arising during contract execution and helping to identify appropriate courses of action; Helping to maintain and monitor company legal records so that required information is readily available, accurate and up to date and providing a high standard of administrative support (including in respect of Company Secretarial matters) and filing in line with the company's electronic filing system; Identifying requirements for and helping to roll out legal training, new initiatives and policies and procedures throughout the Group; Understanding and helping to minimise legal risk to the Group and assisting with a variety of compliance requirements. THE CANDIDATE: Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail; Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively/meet deadlines; Confident communicator; Reliable, with the ability to work without close supervision; Personally motivated and able to handle a varied and challenging workload; Commercially aware with an appreciation of business risks; Keen to progress within a growing, ambitious business. Qualifications, skills, experience: A background in law or practical experience working within a relevant legal sector or advisory role or a similar role within industry; Law Degree preferred, but other relevant qualifications or experience would be considered, (e.g. CiLEx diploma, paralegal experience in-house or in practice); A track record of handling a wide range of legal support/administration duties; o Company secretarial experience would be advantageous; Competent IT skills. For the right candidate this is a fantastic role offering the chance to gain experience in a unique business with exposure to the compliance requirements of a plc and responsibility for a varied support and advisory role to an expanding portfolio of subsidiary businesses. To be considered for this role please click "apply now" and submit a copy of your up to date CV

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