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Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Goodwin PLC
Job LocationStoke-on-Trent
EducationNot Mentioned
SalaryCompetitive salary
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent, full-time

Job Description

Goodwin PLC are now seeking a determined, proactive and commercially minded Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join this dynamic and entrepreneurial company.Joining one of Staffordshire’s globally recognised and diverse engineering company’s located in Stoke-on-Trent, you will be able to add value in a setting that provides stimulation, challenge and personal growth as well as a great place to work.Purpose: Working often autonomously and reporting to General Counsel the post holder will provide precise, commercial and timely legal advice supporting the Goodwin Group in delivering its objectives, while preserving the legal and regulatory position, reputation and integrity of the organisation.The Role:

  • Provide support on a range of commercial contract issues, compliance and governance matters.
  • Assist with day-to-day ad-hoc legal matters.
  • Ensure legal documents (policies, guidance notes, terms and conditions etc.) are uploaded and, maintained on Goodwin’s document management system.
  • Assist in analysis of legal and compliance issues and problems (e.g. GDPR related queries to a question on liability in a sales or procurement contract to a potential dispute).
  • Provide research, factual information and guidance on legal and compliance questions or issues raised.
  • Prepare initial drafts (e.g. legal documents, policies and guidance notes).
  • Reviews documents for accuracy and legal content.
  • Administer and support legal training, including maintaining training records of attendees, meeting invites etc.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of documents relating to transactions Goodwin is participating in - for example, when purchasing or selling goods, a dispute etc.
  • Work with external Legal Counsel, including requesting quotations for ad hoc advice, processing invoices and maintaining legal spend records.
    • The Person:
  • Law degree or GDL/CPE and either an experienced paralegal (3+ years PQE) or qualified solicitor (newly qualified or up to 2 years PQE) or similar with experience of working within an in-house legal team.
  • Exposure and knowledge of contract and commercial law (e.g. sale of goods, NDA’s, distributor agreements), compliance matters, disputes, IPR etc.
  • Highly organised, efficient and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritise their own workload.
  • Possess excellent written and oral communications skills with the ability to explain legal issues in a clear, concise and pragmatic manner at all levels.
    • This role will suit a hard-working, hands-on legal / contracts practitioner with a keen interest in working in a diverse commercial environment, where really no two days are the same.What’s on offer Complimented by a competitive salary this is real hands-on opportunity for the post holder to gain a high degree of commercial exposure and the ability to progress their career within a friendly and supportive setting.Why Goodwin As an entrepreneurial and customer focused organisation, there are many reasons to join the Goodwin team. We believe in hiring at the highest levels and encouraging a culture of collaboration and appreciation. As we continue to grow and expand our business, we understand that hiring the right people and treating them well is a key ingredient to our continued and long-term success.Notice to Agencies, Search Firms and Independent Agents: Goodwin PLC, (the Company) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies, search firms or independent agents for this job posting. Resumes submitted speculatively to any employee without authorisation and a valid signed agreement in place will become the sole property of the Company. Therefore no fee will be payable should a candidate be hired as a result of an unsolicited agency, search firm or independent agents referral. Required skills
  • Analytical
  • Commercially aware
  • Legal Compliance

    • Keyskills :
    Commercially aware

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