Commercial Paralegal

Description:

Are you a commercially minded Paralegal looking for an opportunity beyond traditional legal support? Do you want exposure to complex international contracts, strategic business initiatives and senior leadership decision-making within a growing global organisation?

Jackson Hogg are working on behalf of a growing Logistics business to recruit an ambitious Commercial Paralegal to join the Commercial team. Working directly with the Head of Commercial, you'll play a key role in supporting contract management, governance, compliance and commercial risk across a diverse portfolio of international projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to develop their commercial legal expertise while making a real impact in a fast-paced logistics business operating around the world.

What You'll Be Doing:

* You'll be involved in every stage of the contract lifecycle, providing practical legal and commercial support across the business, including:

* Reviewing, drafting and negotiating client, supplier, subcontractor and confidentiality agreements

* Supporting tender and bid activities by identifying contractual risks and compliance requirements

* Preparing contract summaries, risk assessments and commercial briefing papers

* Managing contract registers, renewals, amendments and key contractual milestones

* Supporting governance, compliance, due diligence and Know Your Customer activities

* Assisting with insurance administration, claims management and contractual insurance reviews

* Helping identify, assess and mitigate commercial and contractual risks

* Producing reports and management information for senior leadership teams

* Supporting strategic projects and international growth initiatives

What We're Looking For...

Essential:

* Paralegal qualification, CILEX qualification, Law Degree or equivalent legal qualification

* Experience reviewing, drafting and analysing commercial contracts

* Experience working within a legal, commercial, contracts or governance environment

* Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management

* Excellent attention to detail and document management skills

* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving

Desirable:

* Contract Management certification (WorldCC/IACCM or equivalent)

* Experience within logistics, maritime, offshore, energy, logistics, ports or infrastructure sectors

* Experience within an in-house legal or commercial team

* Exposure to international commercial agreements

* Experience supporting insurance, claims, risk management or procurement activities

Please apply without delay as our client is looking to shortlist in the coming weeks