Commercial Paralegal

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.