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Date Added: Sun 02/11/2025

Paralegal

Newton Hill, City and Borough of Wakefield, WF1, UK
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Company: PERMANENT FUTURES LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £32000 - £37000/annum + benefits

Our client is a global leader in manufacturing, known for it's culture and great working environment. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Paralegal to join our in-house legal team and support the business on a wide range of commercial and corporate matters.

The Paralegal will play a key role in supporting the Legal function across commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management. You'll assist with document preparation, research, and administrative coordination to ensure the company's legal operations run efficiently and in line with industry and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and maintain a range of commercial agreements including supplier contracts, NDAs, distribution agreements, and service contracts.
Support the negotiation process and track key contract milestones and renewals.
Assist in maintaining company records, filings, and compliance documentation across group entities.
Support the preparation of board packs, resolutions, and company secretarial documentation.
Help monitor and implement regulatory compliance programs, including health & safety, data protection (GDPR), and environmental standards.
Conduct periodic audits and report compliance gaps to the legal team.
Conduct legal research on manufacturing regulations, employment law, trade compliance, and intellectual property matters as required.
Coordinate responses to pre-litigation matters, claims, and external counsel queries.
Maintain records and support evidence collation for dispute resolution.
Collaborate with procurement, HR, operations, and finance teams to provide day-to-day legal and compliance guidance.
Assist in the rollout of legal training and policy updates across the business.
Skills & Experience

2+ years' experience as a Paralegal, ideally within a manufacturing, industrial, or corporate environment.
Strong working knowledge of contract law and corporate governance principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
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