Paralegal

Cammach are currently recruiting a Paralegal on behalf of our client based in Aberdeen. The role is on a permanent, full-time basis and offers hybrid working.

ROLE

As Paralegal, you will assist with various legal department tasks, including assistance with the preparation of internal contractual approvals, legal research, compliance support, and general administrative responsibilities. This role requires a high level of organisation, effective communication skills, and a high degree of accountability. In return, you can expect an engaging and rewarding role within a collaborative team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Internal Contractual Approvals Preparation

• Assist in the initial preparation of internal contractual approvals documentation.
• Ensure all necessary information is accurately completed, for final review and submission by senior team members.

Compliance / Inter-departmental Support

• Assist with compliance and due diligence-related tasks to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant departments (e.g., Tendering, Insurance, Corporate) to gather initial input for tenders.
• Negotiate non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and any other ad-hoc agreements.

Legal Research, Training and Knowledge Sharing

• Assist in the development of training modules and presentations for internal knowledge sharing.
• Keep the team updated on relevant training courses and opportunities.
• Conduct legal research, summaries and reports as required.
• Diligently inform the legal team of relevant legal developments.

Administration

• Maintain and organise filing systems, most notably SharePoint, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
• Assist with ad-hoc drafting and preparing of letters, legal documents and reports where required.

General Team Support

• Provide support for team projects and initiatives as required.
• Assist with other general administrative tasks to ensure smooth team operations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience as a Paralegal or similar role within either legal practice or industry.
• Enhanced organisational and time management skills.
• Clear understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Well-developed research and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Skilled in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work as an individual and collaborate with the wider team/business as required.