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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed