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The role will require the successful candidate to provide legal support across the business including the commercial, development, procurement, and finance departments, with a focus on:development projects in the UK and Ireland;acquisition of suitable assets / development opportunities on the secondary market; andthe operation and optimisation of our existing fleet of operational gas and renewable assets.Your responsibilities will include:Providing comprehensive legal advice on various issues including corporate / finance (project finance, joint ventures, M&A), commercial (supply chain contracts, procurement and project development) within the energy and infrastructure sectors.This will include the drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements and contracts.Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and corporate policies.Collaborating with external legal counsel when necessary.Advising on potential legal risks and mitigation strategies.Supporting the development and implementation of corporate legal strategy.Training and mentoring junior legal staff.The successful candidate should be:a lawyer qualified in the UK (or another Common Law jurisdiction) with at least 5 years post qualification experience in a law firm or an established business working in the UK energy or infrastructure sectors.interested in, and experience of, working in the UK power / renewable energy / infrastructure sectors.Previous experience of working on corporate transactions (M&A) and/or construction contracts, in-house in the energy sector, would be an advantage but is not essential. The emphasis is on Corporate rather than construction which is an area which is already heavily supported in the rest of the existing Legal Team.

Job details Location: London Capability: International Experience Level: Manager Type: Full Time Service Line: International Contract type: Secondment Job description KPMG Assistant Company Secretary (C grade ) Location: This is primarily a remote working position, some attendance at KPMG’s London office will be required. Competitive compensation. Contract: Permanent Introduction Large multi-national corporations (“MNCs”) are demanding seamless cross-border delivery of professionally managed services. To satisfy this market need, KPMG has created the KDN group of companies (“KDN”) to manage KPMG’s global delivery service model. MNCs have consolidated their delivery operations into a handful of in-house global/regional locations which are used to support their hundreds of specialty service units worldwide. As tax, advisory and audit services become increasingly dependent on technology, MNCs will need to significantly increase their investments or outsource these activities to global providers with the expertise and scale to make the necessary technology investments and implement an efficient and centralized but nimble delivery model. KPMG Delivery Network KDN works closely with KPMG member firms to translate client requirements into a clear global delivery strategy that offers KPMG’s solutions globally. As part of this strategy, KDN has created and continues to grow its interoperable and seamlessly integrated network of global delivery centres which provide KPMG’s clients with quality and consistent professional services. A Compelling Vision Role Summary The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is a key part of KDN and is responsible for managing the organisation’s global legal risk. The OGC is expanding by seeking an experienced Assistant Company Secretary who will be responsible for managing our corporate governance program. The incumbent will work directly with other KDN OGC team members (including the General Counsel) along with internal business partners and wider KPMG stakeholders and report to the General Counsel. The incumbent will need to be a self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision while understanding when to escalate issues within the OGC. Key Accountabilities The Assistant Company Secretary will be accountable for a full range of matters including: In conjunction with the General Counsel, leading the organisation’s corporate governance program Managing KDN’s subsidiary governance program, including compliance with all local requirements (with the assistance of local counsel) Making all UK filings and registrations and manage filings and registrations in other jurisdictions Maintaining KDN’s corporate records database and keeping up-to-date on deadlines and other requirements Assisting with all Board meeting preparations including organising meetings, preparing notices and resolutions along with supporting materials Researching corporate governance and regulatory compliance issues and providing succinct answers to questions Managing the organisation’s signing and other authorities (e.g., banking) and ensure all records are accurate and maintained Managing KDN’s ultimate beneficial ownership requirements and update all local UBO filings in a timely manner Assisting with KDN’s annual audit Organising transaction documents, signatures, closings and Sharepoint files Maintaining and updating the KDN OGC intranet sites “Everyone a Leader” Competencies Whilst it is expected that colleagues will be able to demonstrate competence in all areas if the Everyone a Leader Framework some roles require greater demonstrability in particular competencies. Please list those that without, the job would be difficult to perform at a fully competent level. Demonstrates Drive Quality Apply a Strategic Perspective Make Sound Decisions Build Collaborative Relationships Develop and Motivate Others 1. Champion inclusion: Contributes to an environment in which all people feel like they belong 2. Drive quality: Delivers high-quality products and exceptional service that provide value and exceed client expectations 3. Advance an ethical environment: Takes personal responsibility for the ethical environment of the firm and encourages others to do the same 4. Apply a strategic perspective: Uses diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues 5. Make sound decisions: Exercises sound ethical and business judgment when making decisions 6. Foster innovation: Embraces a culture of innovation and experimentation to create value 7. Demonstrate self-awareness: Focuses on self-development and continuous learning, using insight to build capability and confidence 8. Build collaborative relationships: Connects with individuals, teams and organizations to build lasting, collaborative relationships that enable global, firm-wide growth 9. Develop and motivate others: Engages teams, instills confidence, and coaches people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results Experience/Knowledge Strong track record of relevant company secretarial experience Has all requisite licenses and designations Proficiency in MS Office programs, Teams and SharePoint Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Highly organized and detail oriented with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Is able to work independently with limited supervision while exercising good judgment on escalations Proactive and self-motivated Experience managing a high-intensity workload Fluent in English

I am looking for someone to work on a 12 month fixed term contract with the strong probability of going permanent after. The role is going to report into the Group General Counsel and also members of the Paralegal team. You will need to have had at least a year's experience in areas such as Company secretarial assistant, company secretarial consultant, Governance and other relevant sectors. You will be expected to maintain and update statutory books, comply with regulations when completing filings with relevant agencies, coordinating local registry findings, such as annual tax returns and audit reports and supporting the legal team with ongoing ad hoc matters including litigation, commercial, corporate matters, kyc processes and auditors' queries. You will need a law degree to qualify for this role. Please send applications to me at Morgan McKinley is acting as an Employment Agency and references to pay rates are indicative. BY APPLYING FOR THIS ROLE YOU ARE AGREEING TO OUR TERMS OF SERVICE WHICH TOGETHER WITH OUR PRIVACY STATEMENT GOVERN YOUR USE OF MORGAN MCKINLEY SERVICES.

The Value of Active Minds About Jupiter Jupiter is one of the UK’s leading investment management companies with just over 500 employees and £51.4 billion worth of assets under management (as at 30th June 2023). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and sub-advised funds. Jupiter has experienced a period of international growth with offices open in EMEA, APAC and the US. The majority of our employees are based in our London office located just minutes from Victoria station which provides stair-free access from both the Underground’s Victoria line and National Rail platforms, as well as limited road crossings to the Jupiter office. Our London office was designed to encourage employees to live active, healthy lives with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for greater natural light and the benefit of a private balcony, table tennis room, cycle storage and on-site shower and locker facilities. The short distance to Green Park and St James' Park also provides employees with a natural space to relax during their lunch break and a healthy alternative to office-based meetings. We offer our UK employees a 3:2 hybrid working arrangement where Tuesdays, Thursdays and a third day of your choice are worked from the office. The other two days may be worked from home. This facilitates collaboration and allows employees to maximise productivity whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Background This role reports into the Company Secretary within the Legal, Governance & Secretariat Division. It involves developing close working relationships across the Group including with directors, and internal teams such as Legal, Finance, Compliance, Risk and external suppliers. The function seeks to deliver excellence in corporate governance through the support it provides to a range of stakeholders, including: the Jupiter JFMplc Board and Board Committees; Jupiter’s subsidiary boards; JFMplc’s shareholders; and Colleagues within the organisation (i.e. Legal, Compliance, Finance etc) The Governance & Secretariat team comprises the Company Secretary, who reports into the General Counsel, this vacancy, a Fund Management Company Secretary, a Deputy Company Secretary and a Personal Assistant. The function is accountable for the development of best in class governance processes for the company’s legal entities, being a trusted advisor to the Group Boards and for providing proactive support to Group initiatives, for example the Annual Report and Accounts process, group reorganisations etc. The purpose of this role is to support the Governance & Secretariat team in providing a timely, accurate and excellent company secretarial service. Key Responsibilities Principal responsibilities to include: Board Support Acting as Secretary to the UK domiciled regulated investment management entities and overseas operating Boards. Producing board and committee papers for the Group entities, committees and Company Secretary as required. Seeking efficiencies, consistency and best practice in the running of boards and committees across the Group and strengthening the support for regulated entity chairs and boards. Statutory & Regulatory Assisting in the production of the Group’s Annual Report and Accounts and liaising with colleagues in other functions, including Investor Relations, Finance and Corporate Communications, to deliver an efficient year-end process. Assisting with the Group’s compliance with MAR including maintenance of restricted persons list and notifications. Managing statutory compliance across the Group- both in the UK and internationally- and seeking improvements in record-keeping, reporting and filing processes. Assisting with applicable statutory and regulatory filings in the UK, including those required by Companies House and the Financial Conduct Authority as the UK listing authority. Preparing and processing RNS announcements. Retail Shareholder Management Work with the Group’s registrars, organising dividend payments, setting the dates for annual events and managing share registration activities. Assist with the production of AGM documents and management of the event. Address ad-hoc shareholder queries. Other responsibilities Providing support to the team, addressing queries from within business in relation to the work of the team. Providing general support to the Company Secretary Desired Skills / Experience Role Relevant Experience The ideal candidate will: Have broad governance experience, ideally with previous experience of working within small teams. Have good experience of supporting boards and committees, including minute writing and agenda management. Have strong organisational skills and the ability to effectively prioritise work. Operate with high ethical standards and act with integrity. Have experience of working within a listed financial services/ regulated business. Have strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to think broadly on issues, proactively offer ideas and solutions and apply sound judgement in problem solving. Be a proven team player. Technical and Professional Knowledge The successful candidate will have the following skills and capabilities: A thorough understanding and working knowledge of current legal/governance/compliance practices and techniques, especially the Companies Act, UK Listing Rules and Market Abuse Regulation. The energy and tenacity to drive continuous improvements in policies, procedures and quality of service. Good technical skills and strong experience with Board portals end entity management systems. Additional Role Details This role is subject to the Conduct Rules set by the FCA. Don’t meet every requirement? At Jupiter we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are interested in this role, but don’t think your experience aligns perfectly with every listed requirement in the job description, we would encourage you to apply. You may be the right person for this role.

LONDON - EXCHANGE HOUSE/SQUARE, PRIMROSE STREET, EC2A 2EG THE OPPORTUNITY The opportunity: Primary Responsibilities: To provide support to the relevant PA team and fee earning colleagues by assisting them in the following areas: Deliver high quality, accurate work whilst managing and responding to changing and competing priorities Meet required deadlines and negotiate alternate timeframes when necessary utilising other in-house services as appropriate (e.g. Reprographics, Document Production and General Office) Implement effective telephone call management and other communication work practices. Ensure callers and other parties receive a consistent, high quality service and their expectations are managed Print, photocopy and scan relevant documents as and when required. This includes assisting with the preparation of Court/Counsel bundles, Deeds and fee earner working papers File relevant documents in electronic or hard copy files as and when required Assist with fee earner expense claims, cheque requisitions and other banking related admin in a timely manner Manage own email including timely response, filing of emails (including hard copy filing where necessary) Manage the entry of timesheets for partners (where relevant) promptly with accurate use of phase and task codes (if required) Assist with the billing administration process which may include the creation of pre-bills, editing of bills and narratives, producing bill cover letters, ebilling set-up/submission and posting onto the system as per firm policy and process Assist with making client/matter changes such as adding/amending client addresses, third party payers and making changes to agreed rates at the final billing stage Support the team with meeting the required WIP, billing and debtor's day's targets by generating client matter reports and rectifying errors and omissions when required Assist with the new business intake administration process which may include, conflict checks, file opening forms, anti-money laundering/agreed rates forms and preparing engagement letters including checking for retainers Assist with quick turnaround document work that cannot be sent to DP Assist with the organisation of event/meeting logistics such as booking conference rooms, arranging refreshments, equipment, arranging dial-in details and VC set-up and making restaurant reservations for client lunches/dinners. Assist with point to point travel bookings which may include single/return train/flight tickets, hotel and taxi bookings Assist with updating client information and relevant databases, following PA or lawyer instructions (eg, InterAction) Prepare files for archiving and manage return/retrieval of files following firm guidelines Provide ad hoc support to the group or division such as assisting with incoming mail, answering the telephones, booking couriers, organising repro/DP submissions, assisting with room moves and any other general administrative duties Adhere to firm, office and practice group policies and procedures, including those that are formal, informal, documented or verbal Take all necessary steps to ensure you are aware of correct procedures. Maintaining inquisitive, collaborative and vigilant work habits, keeping abreast of changes and developing more efficient work processes. Demonstrate this in your interactions with others Demonstrate enthusiasm and proactivity in the workplace, including participating in and contributing to secretarial group meetings, firm initiatives, focus groups, pilot groups, team building activities, learning and development sessions and other relevant activities Take responsibility for your own learning, undertake recommended training, keep up to date and comply with firm policies, adopt new or improved firm and practice group recommended work practices, and share information with others about better ways of working SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Skills, experience and qualifications: External candidates to have at least 18 months experience in an administrative role Typing speed minimum of 45 wpm with 98% accuracy Good knowledge of the Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Good written and verbal communication skills A demonstrated ability to build effective and trusting relationships with people internally and external to the firm Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to think ahead Ability to multi-task and prioritise competing demands from multiple stakeholders Ability to respond to changing circumstances and work to meet deadlines Good attention to detail Good proof-reading skills Good problem-solving ability Strong teamwork skills Demonstrates proactivity and ability to act on own initiative GROUP / TEAM Real Estate GROUP / TEAM DESCRIPTION Group /Team description: Main areas covered | investment | development | disposals | mergers and acquisitions | leasing | joint ventures | large-scale regeneration | infrastructure and energy development projects | real estate financings and restructurings | pre-letting Key clients includes | Aberdeen Standard Investments | Almacantar | Ballymore | Blackstone | British Land | Brookfield | Canary Wharf Group | CPPIB | Goldman Sachs | GPL | Hammerson | TFL Directory rankings include | Top band for Chambers 2021 (Real Estate: Big-Ticket) | Legal 500 Real Estate Tier 1 for Investment, Development and Corporate Occupiers Our core real estate practice in London comprises 11 Partners, 5 Of Counsel and 42 Associates, and is led by Jeremy Walden. Our award winning international real estate practice has a reputation for executing the largest and most complex real estate deals with accuracy and at speed. We provide advice on all aspects of general commercial property including investment, restructuring, development, acquisitions, disposals, corporate occupiers, PPP, corporate support work and real estate finance. The group also has first-class standalone planning, dispute resolution and construction practices. Dedicated real estate group widely recognised as a market leader. Experienced in all aspects of property work for a diverse range of clients, including institutional investors, leading developers and public sector bodies. Instructed on many high-value and high-profile deals in the market, as well as handling major urban regeneration work. Widely respected for its ability to complete structured transactions that feature a blend of corporate, finance and land issues. "Rolls-Royce service," adding: "We know we're going to get well looked after there." Chambers UK 2021 The strength, reputation and diversity of our practice is demonstrated by the following current and recent highlights, advising: Aberdeen Standard Investments on numerous sales, acquisitions and financings in the UK. Allianz Real Estate on the creation of a student accommodation real estate joint venture with Greystar Real Estate Partners. Chapter Student Housing business comprises nine investment and development properties in key Central London locations. Argent Related on its major regeneration scheme for Tottenham Hale in London. British Land on their Canada Water development, on the management of Broadgate Estate and together with their joint venture partner on the sale of 5 Broadgate to CK Asset Holdings for £1billion. Brookfield on numerous UK investments and financing transactions including on the acquisition of CityPoint Tower, London and the pre-letting of 100 Bishopsgate, London. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) on their investment into three UK development projects at Paradise Circus, Birmingham, Wellington Place, Leeds and Milton Park, Didcot, with joint venture partner Hermes Real Estate. Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP) on the creation of a £500 million 'build-to-rent' (BTR) residential property joint venture with Long Harbour. ROLE TYPE Legal PA/Secretarial CONTRACT TYPE Fixed Term Contract WORKING PATTERN Full Time Herbert Smith Freehills

You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally. At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong. Join Team Amex and let’s lead the way together. The Legal Services Team (LST) is part of American Express General Counsel’s Organisation (GCO). We deliver legal support to colleagues and to clients, globally, across all business lines. We are looking to add a team member in the UK, who will report to a senior lawyer also based in the EMEA region. As a diverse and inclusive employer, we are very open to applications from people returning to the workforce and/or seeking flexible working arrangements or the option to work remotely (please talk to us about this when you apply). The LST’s mission is to provide efficient, consistent, innovative, and high-quality, legal support across business units, staff groups and jurisdictions. We are looking for a motivated, proactive, junior lawyer, experienced in commercial contracts, who will be part of this lively team. Interested candidates will have commercial awareness and experience of working in a commercial contract space. Candidates must be able to use their legal skills to work closely with key business clients around the globe, the LST leadership team and colleagues within the LST team on a day to day basis. In addition, candidates should possess a strong ability to lead partners and be able to demonstrate a track record of client care. How will you make an impact in this role? Contribute as an independent, trusted legal advisor to GCO and to the wider Amex business by: Identifying and effectively handling legal risk Taking instructions from and supporting your team leader, other lawyers, or legal teams in GCO, primarily across the EMEA region, and beyond as required Providing sound, commercial, legal advice and support across all business units, including drafting, reviewing, analysing and negotiating a wide range of agreements and legal documents such as procurement, marketing and sponsorship agreements Supporting internal governance and approval processes, including coordinating internal partners as appropriate Instructing and collaborating closely with outside counsel to obtain, challenge and finalise legal advice/opinions on projects and agreements Carrying out legal research on behalf of GCO colleagues Handling company secretarial matters and other LST workstreams, as required Working with other LST team members, including: Improving methods for legal knowledge management and supporting LST training and upskilling programme Ensuring LST’s adherence to any company-wide and GCO-specific processes and procedures Minimum Qualifications: Junior UK-qualified solicitor (or hold an equivalent qualification from a common law jurisdiction, provided you have some experience advising on English law matters) Experience of drafting and advising on commercial contracts in a practical and commercial manner with strong research and analytical skills Fluency in German/ Italian /Spanish would be beneficial but not required In-house experience in financial services is preferred Ability to effectively multi-task, prioritise and work as part of a team or autonomously under time pressure to meet deadlines and manage clients’ expectations Cross-jurisdictional experience is preferred, but not required (e.g. EMEA, APAC, LAC) Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, reliably, and persuasively with clients, senior business people, legal management and external regulators, both orally and in writing Commitment to integrity and American Express value We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include: Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Support for financial-well-being and retirement Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program Career development and training opportunities Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. To complete your application, please click on the links below. 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www.qedlegal.com Published 1st November 2023 Location London, United Kingdom Category Corporate, Commercial & IP Job Type Full-time Type of Lawyer Paralegal Salary £37000 - £43000 per annum, Benefits: Additional benefits Work Hours Full-time Reference No: SC42872A Start Date 2023-11-01 00:00:00 Area of Law Commercial Contracts Home / Remote Working Yes Contact Email [email protected] Contact Simon Campbell Contact Phone 0161 961 9000 Region London Description Our client is an international company looking for a Paralegal to join their highly regard legal team. This is a varied and busy role involving working with the Legal Director to support the business with corporate, company secretarial, commercial contracts and other legal matters. Based in London this company has a hybrid working policy preferring employees to be in 2 - 3 days in the office per week. The client is looking for someone who is bright and quick to learn and who may want a training contract as the Company are willing to offer one to the right candidate. You will also gain exposure in this role to other legal matters within the role. As to be expected you will also be dealing with some administrative support duties. The ideal candidate: Law Degree educated 12 months experience working in a commercial environment as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant Previous commercial working experience of company secretarial and / or commercial contracts Great communication skills Ability to prioritise effectively and manage a generous workload Able to work in a highly collaborative environment Take initiative Attention to detail when analysing data and reviewing legal documents This is a great opportunity to work and learn alongside a proven General Counsel whilst developing strong legal, commercial and communication skills. For more information on this great in-house opportunity please contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal. If this position isn’t for you but you know someone who could be suitable then please let us know. We offer a reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website. Apply Online Apply Your name * Your e-mail address * Message Attachments Drop files here browse files ...

In-House Paralegal Location London Contract Type Permanent Posted Posted 21 hours ago Industry Asset Management Expiry Date 2023-12-15 New Commercial Paralegal Role at an Asset Manager in London. Our client is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support the business’ in-house legal function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail and proactive attitude to develop their career in a respected business. Key responsibilities: General document production, arranging and attending meetings, minute taking, and support of the legal team. Commercial contract review and support, email drafting, legal research, and proofreading documentation. Company secretarial support, M&A support, due diligence, questionnaire management, and document review. Requirements: Sound knowledge of Law and Legal Systems in Financial Services, Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Comfortable working under time constraints; and Strong organisational skills. If this is of interest, please apply! Taylor Root will use the personal information you provide to contact you with relevant content including our salary surveys and market reports, career advice, hiring advice, market insights and industry updates and events. Our Privacy Policy sets out full details of how Taylor Root may use your data. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time, by clicking on the link at the bottom of any email. RELATED JOBS View all jobs Asset Management Financial Services (In-house) Corporate Legal Counsel 6 month FTC A leading Asset Manager is looking to appoint a Corporate Legal Counsel in London on a 6-month FTC. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market leader and make a valuable contribution to the successful functioning of the legal team. You will provide day-to-day legal support to the UK and EMEA Corporate functions advising […] POSTED Posted 7 days ago Asset Management Corporate Legal Counsel, Asset Manager, 1+ Our client is a global asset manager looking to appoint a Corporate Legal Counsel to its Group Legal team in London. In this role you will advise on a wide range of corporate, commercial, regulatory, ESG and financing matters. You will have trained and qualified at a top City law firm, be between 1-5 years’ […] POSTED Posted 2 weeks ago Asset Management Senior Compliance Officer (Trade Surveillance) We have a current opportunity for a Senior Compliance Officer (Trade Surveillance ) on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London, UK. For further information about this position please apply. This individual will report to the Head of Trading Compliance based in the US. The primary focus of this role will be […] SALARY $150000 - $200000 per annum POSTED Posted 3 weeks ago

LONDON - EXCHANGE HOUSE/SQUARE, PRIMROSE STREET, EC2A 2EG THE OPPORTUNITY The Role To provide support to the relevant PA team and fee earning colleagues by assisting them in the following areas: Deliver high quality, accurate work whilst managing and responding to changing and competing priorities Meet required deadlines and negotiate alternate timeframes when necessary utilising other in-house services as appropriate (e.g. Reprographics, Document Production and General Office) Implement effective telephone call management and other communication work practices. Ensure callers and other parties receive a consistent, high quality service and their expectations are managed Print, photocopy and scan relevant documents as and when required. This includes assisting with the preparation of Court/Counsel bundles, Deeds and fee earner working papers File relevant documents in electronic or hard copy files as and when required Assist with fee earner expense claims, cheque requisitions and other banking related admin in a timely manner Manage own email including timely response, filing of emails (including hard copy filing where necessary) Manage the entry of timesheets for partners (where relevant) promptly with accurate use of phase and task codes (if required) Assist with the billing administration process which may include the creation of pre-bills, editing of bills and narratives, producing bill cover letters, ebilling set-up/submission and posting onto the system as per firm policy and process Assist with making client/matter changes such as adding/amending client addresses, third party payers and making changes to agreed rates at the final billing stage Support the team with meeting the required WIP, billing and debtor's day's targets by generating client matter reports and rectifying errors and omissions when required Assist with the new business intake administration process which may include, conflict checks, file opening forms, anti-money laundering/agreed rates forms and preparing engagement letters including checking for retainers Assist with quick turnaround document work that cannot be sent to DP Assist with the organisation of event/meeting logistics such as booking conference rooms, arranging refreshments, equipment, arranging dial-in details and VC set-up and making restaurant reservations for client lunches/dinners. Assist with point to point travel bookings which may include single/return train/flight tickets, hotel and taxi bookings Assist with updating client information and relevant databases, following PA or lawyer instructions (eg, InterAction) Prepare files for archiving and manage return/retrieval of files following firm guidelines Provide ad hoc support to the group or division such as assisting with incoming mail, answering the telephones, booking couriers, organising repro/DP submissions, assisting with room moves and any other general administrative duties Adhere to firm, office and practice group policies and procedures, including those that are formal, informal, documented or verbal Take all necessary steps to ensure you are aware of correct procedures. Maintaining inquisitive, collaborative and vigilant work habits, keeping abreast of changes and developing more efficient work processes. Demonstrate this in your interactions with others Demonstrate enthusiasm and proactivity in the workplace, including participating in and contributing to secretarial group meetings, firm initiatives, focus groups, pilot groups, team building activities, learning and development sessions and other relevant activities Take responsibility for your own learning, undertake recommended training, keep up to date and comply with firm policies, adopt new or improved firm and practice group recommended work practices, and share information with others about better ways of working SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Skills, experience and qualifications Open to candidates with a range of experience, from college leavers to up to 12 months experience in an administrative role Typing speed minimum of 45 wpm with 98% accuracy Good knowledge of the Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Good written and verbal communication skills A demonstrated ability to build effective and trusting relationships with people internally and external to the firm Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to think ahead Ability to multi-task and prioritise competing demands from multiple stakeholders Ability to respond to changing circumstances and work to meet deadlines Good attention to detail Good proof-reading skills Good problem-solving ability Strong teamwork skills Demonstrates proactivity and ability to act on own initiative GROUP / TEAM Corporate GROUP / TEAM DESCRIPTION The Team Main areas covered | mergers and acquisitions | capital markets | energy and natural resources | infrastructure | environment | financial institutions | funds | corporate restructuring | private equity | regulatory | tax | US securities Key clients include | British American Tobacco | Électricità de France | Tata Group | Transport for London | UBS Sector expertise includes | defence | insurance and reinsurance | oil and gas | power | TMT | transport ROLE TYPE Legal PA/Secretarial CONTRACT TYPE Permanent WORKING PATTERN Full Time Herbert Smith Freehills

THE COMPANY: Our client is a leading European private equity firm that invests in mid-market companies with significant growth potential. The company has a track record of investing in businesses across a range of industries and geographies, with a focus on building long-term partnerships with management teams. THE RESPONSIBILITIES: Co-ordination and preparation of meeting minutes for key committees including the Investment Committee and board, and preparing board minutes for other group entities as required. Preparing company secretarial filings: confirmation statements, appointments and resignations, and update records via the Blueprint/ Diligent system . Supporting the General Counsel, upon request Responding to information requests from both internal and external parties, including auditors and lawyers, on company secretarial matters and meetings Responding to investor questionnaires, questions from investment teams and from all areas of the business regarding business structures and processes. Keeping files up to date and other general administrative support as required Maintenance of various registers / structure charts as required Preparation of documentation for legalisation / notarisation Maintain a thorough understanding of all processes involved in the establishment and ongoing maintenance of all entity types. Assist with company secretarial related queries from across the Business EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Relevant work experience at this level i.e. preparing meeting minutes and providing other general administrative / company secretarial support to the team A key requirement is an ability to communicate and work collaboratively as a team player Reliable and motivated self-starter with drive and the ability and initiative to multi-task and exhibit uncompromising attention to detail An ability to take full ownership of prioritising and completing tasks and to meet set deadlines For further information please contact Marcus Courtney About this role Location: London Specialism: In-house legal Salary: £ Market Rate Type: Permanent Reference: 18428

The role holder will be a Senior member of a Legal Team providing legal support and advice to stakeholders across the organisation. This will include:Drafting, negotiating and approving a very wide range of commercial contracts relating to supply chain, construction/engineering, IT & IP and marketing as well as many other areas which are fundamental to the operational running of this infrastructure asset.Working with stakeholders to identify areas of risk and requirements affecting the group's business.The successful candidate will be:likely to have at least 5 years PQEable to provide generic legal advice on projects work for outset of employmentDesirable:Previous in-house experience gained working on matters within infrastructure

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join the UK’s most prestigious firm of specialist driving offence solicitors. Geoffrey Miller Solicitors is a highly respected law firm specialising in motoring criminal defence law in the UK. Recognised as industry leaders with offices in Salford and London, employing a wealth of experience, providing expert legal representation and guidance to clients. We are not a legal aid firm and only deal with private paying clients. JS Miller Solicitors is a separate trading name for serious motoring criminal prosecution cases and serious civil litigation. However, you will work for both firms at the same office. Geoffrey Miller Solicitors are very different from most law firms and proud of that. You will enjoy traditional business hours, competitive salary, bonus and benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team who are at the top of their game in this niche area of law. Everyone who works for us is properly valued not just in monetary terms but with recognition, progression opportunities and much more. Our head office is based in Salford, just outside the hub of Media City (within walking distance of the tram stop if you take public transport or we have free parking directly outside the office for anyone driving to work). The office is modern, spacious and bright. We have music playing throughout the day in the open plan area, a comfortable staff room and an on-site gym, which is free for use by all staff! Here’s the Basic Details: JOB TITLE: Legal Assistant LOCATION: Unit 3 Digital Park, 3 Pacific Way, Salford, Media City, M50 1DR. HOURS: 35 hours per week/Monday to Friday 9am-5pm with a flexible 1-hour lunch break SALARY: £20,000 – £25,000 (depending on experience). BENEFITS: You can enjoy a range of benefits including, free onsite parking, discretionary bonus scheme, Life Insurance benefit, Private Healthcare (tenure based), Pension, Health Cash Plan, Career Progression programme, Onsite gym, Flexible holiday options, Discount memberships, Savings club, Charitable support, Casual dress, Wellness programme, Training and development support, Loyalty incentives and free refreshments. We are also a real living wage employer. Tech We have invested heavily in our case management development, cloud IT, and phone systems. All Paralegals are allocated a laptop, mobile phone and office equipment. Eco-Friendliness We are paperless for a start! We are also proud supporters of Ecologi to offset our carbon footprint. about our approach to conscious capitalism. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate/s will be working within a small team from a shared inbox to provide comprehensive legal support to our Paralegals & Solicitors. You are expected to have open communication with your colleagues and work as an integral part of the team to meet/exceed common firm goals. We work in an incredibly fast paced, high-pressured environment (we really cannot stress this enough) so it is extremely important that you respond to all of your emails throughout the day, understanding the sense of urgency associated with instructions received and prioritise accordingly. You can expect your workload to include a variety of the tasks below but it is not limited to this list: Answering calls including taking new enquiry details swiftly but accurately from potential clients and transferring to case handlers to provide complex legal advice; Obtaining and combining dates of availability for trial Counsel and Experts daily; Resulting cases in court the same day; Opening client files upon receipt of instructions; Booking Counsel and Experts daily to attend all court hearings; Chasing responses daily as instructed, from the courts, prosecution, police, GP surgeries, hospitals, clients, witnesses etc.; Chasing & taking payments from clients, raising invoices; Drafting correspondence and documents daily to assist the case handlers; Contacting the court daily to confirm listing details for all hearings in court the next working day then confirming listing details to all parties required to attend; Collating and sending briefs to counsel and/or chambers for all court hearings; Collating case law cited in skeleton arguments/applications and producing corresponding index of enclosures; and Preparing claims to recover costs from the court for clients at the end of successful cases. Person Requirements An optimistic mind-set/approach; Enthusiastic, passionate & motivated by helping others; Reliable – punctual with an outstanding attendance rate; Resilient; Proactive and highly productive; Accountable and solution orientated; Approachable and non-judgmental of our clients and the allegations they face often including drink driving and drug driving; Strict adherence to our duty of confidentiality; and A preference of working as a team rather than independently. Skills and Competencies We are looking for unique individuals who possess all of the skills and traits below. However, it is equally as important that this list resonates with you too, otherwise we may not be the firm for you: At least 3 years’ administrative experience is essential (legal is preferable); At least 2 years’ experience using Proclaim or an equivalent case management system is essential; Strong IT skills including using Outlook, Word and Excel; Excellent communication skills including telephone customer service; Strong prioritisation skills – an awareness of urgency in the industry we work in; and Strong organisation skills – experience of responding and dealing with all emails/instructions the same day (no backlog of more than 24 hours). Qualifications GCSE’s in English, Maths and IT at Grade C or above Training We hold the position of the market leader in the niche of motoring law. This is a highly technical area of criminal law where even the most experienced general crime solicitors have little knowledge of the various strategies we apply to our cases. Our Legal Assistants are not here to do general basic admin, often the case at large law firms, the role is much more comprehensive and fast paced as detailed above. We expect very high standards and maintain those with regular performance management and training for all new starters regardless of experience. The firm has a dedicated Training Officer who implements interactive training plans from the outset. In addition to face to face training and feedback sessions, we also hold regular team and firm meetings where new procedures are discussed between colleagues with various levels of experience so that there is never a time where any member of the team is without support. You will also be assigned a ‘buddy’ to assist you with any queries you may have further to training. Please note, that further to face to face training, you will be expected to utilise our office manuals which document all procedures step by step and are updated on a regular basis as an active resource available to all staff requiring assistance with task work. Application Process Please visit our careers page to find out more about our firm, including what it’s like to work with us, a list of the staff benefits, progression options https://www.motoroffence.co.uk/careers/working-at-geoffrey-miller-solicitors/ If everything we have explained so far is appealing to you, please submit your CV and cover letter to consider to [email protected] Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage candidates with disabilities to apply. Please note that this is not a legal role, it is a support administrative role. Please do not apply if you are looking for a legal position (Paralegal, Solicitor etc.) No Agencies Please

In this role, you will work as a Litigation and Resolutions Specialist to meticulously investigate and address complaints and litigious consumer cases in a timely manner, ensuring equitable customer resolutions.Responsibilities include:Manage company litigation end to end maintaining a clear and well organised case management system. Assisting with litigation matters - consumer finance disputes, debt recovery, customer satisfaction complaints, etc. Working on litigation cases preparing paperwork, liaising with counsel, attending Court if necessary either as witness or with counsel. Writing legal reports and advice noted to the business as well as ad hoc advice as needed on a variety of subject matters. Provide legal advice on a broad range of litigation matters.Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents.Work closely with various departments to ensure legal compliance.Offer preventative legal guidance and risk management.Keep updated with the latest legislation and regulations in the sector.A successful Legal Counsel - Litigation should have:A qualified Solicitor or Legal/Litigation Executive.Proven experience in litigation.Excellent negotiation and communication skills.Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.Strong understanding of UK law, particularly in relation to litigation.

Role Forbes Solicitors are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our Wills, Probate, Tax and Trusts at our Oak House Office, based in Walton Summit, Preston. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. This is a great opportunity for an experience administrator to further progress their career to develop their skills and knowledge and a join a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-pace, customer focus and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based. The role will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as: Successfully and accurately advise on the relevant and appropriate services that the team can provide based on the enquiry information and client requirements, with the aim of converting the enquiry into confirmed business; Utilise strong communication skills to build rapport with potential clients, gain all relevant information, understand the client needs and expectations and articulate this back to the client and onto the legal advisor; Deliver an informed and professional response to new enquiries including providing relevant customer service information and quotes; and filtering the types of enquiries that the team does not deal with and signposting them elsewhere; Maintain a detailed and up to date knowledge and understanding of the services provided by the team, developing basic legal knowledge to successfully support both potential clients and the department; Maintaining accurate information on referrals in and out the department; Monitor and action emails into the team email address allocating post and documents accordingly; Liaise with archive requests as directed by other members of the team, i.e. the retrieval and restore of deeds, documents and files; Update and maintain Wills and Deeds database on behalf of the team including logging documents in and out, whilst arranging for Wills, Deeds and Lasting Powers of Attorneys to be stored appropriately; Coordinate diary appointments and room bookings for the team and clients, i.e. team meetings, client meetings, 1-2-1’s and taking minutes as and when required; Check and distribute incoming post to fee earners and collate, check and process all department outgoing post; Supporting with general day to day administration for the team, i.e. letter drafting, updating templates, safe database, experts register, quality control of files; Contribute to the on-going development of the team and including peers and team members, processes and systems. Organisation Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients, and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice. We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically, someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic. Benefits We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including: Competitive Salary; 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays; Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs); A day off for your Birthday; Ongoing Training and Development; Progression Opportunities; Company Pension; Service Awards; Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services); Other Employee Discounts; Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s); Annual Events. Applying If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors, please do head to our website to learn more about us. We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience, and skills: Have 5 GCSEs graded 9-4, or equaliviant, including English and Maths; Previous administration or secretarial experience is essential; Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills; Proven experience of working in an informative customer service role; Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong listening skills and ability to understand and articulate customer query or need The ability to deal with Clients by telephone and in person Have the ability to build rapport and trust with clients; Knowledge of filing as well as other office procedures; Ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team; Strong IT skills and the ability to use multiple platforms such as word, excel, outlook and other case management systems/databases Strong attention to detail and accurate, detailed recording of information. Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Role: Senior Legal Counsel Location: Greater Manchester Package: £75k - £90k + Car, Bonus, Enhanced Pension Hybrid Working New in-house opportunity for an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join a Construction business based in Greater Manchester. This is a well established North West business with a proud history built over the past 30 years. The successful candidate will form part of a tight knit, high performing legal team which contributes significantly to the business achieving its strategic aims. The business operates in both the Public & Private Sector and has a large presence across the UK's infrastructure network. As Senior Group Counsel, you will report directly to the General Counsel and undertake a wide range of commercial, corporate and company secretarial duties which make the role varied and challenging. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a legal team which undertakes a broad range of work, allowing the roleholder to build strong experience over and above day to day contracts work. Examples of the day to day role include advice to Senior Directors and wider business for all Commercial and Corporate transactions / projects, supporting on the organisation of company secretarial matters in relation to Corporate Governance, Compliance and Board Reports, managing GDPR, Input onto Group M&A activity, acting as Number 2 and deputising for the General Counsel & much more. To be considered you will ideally have a background as a Commercial/ Corporate Solicitor, with some understanding of Company Secretarial matters an advantage. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading business which will offer a broad variety of in-house Legal work, keeping the roleholder challenged, and providing opportunities to continually develop as an in-house Lawyer. Send a CV to Nick Barrass or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Job Title – Construction Legal Secretary Salary – £29,000 – £30,000 Location – Manchester A superb new opportunity has arisen as a Legal Secretary at a highly successful full-service, global law firm. This firm works with a variety of clients across the world. The full time, permanent position lends a chance to join a firm with a fantastic reputation, which is increasingly growing due to its success. The right candidate will be an ambitious individual, keen to become established within a superb administration ability. Benefits: Company wide bonus scheme of 5% salary (discretionary) Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days remotely) 25 days holiday + statutory bank holidays 50% off your current gym membership & corporate membership with Virgin Active and Nuffield gyms Critical illness insurance Private medical insurance Income protection Dental insurance Life assurance, 5x your salary Extended Maternity/Adoption & Shared Parental leave Study assistance Interest free loans About the Role Our client has an opportunity for an experienced Team Secretary to join their Manchester office, providing a high-quality and efficient secretarial service to Senior Associates, Associates and Trainees across different Practice Groups. Reporting directly to the Secretarial Services Manager, responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: General legal correspondence Preparing Court/Counsel’s bundles/court forms Preparation of hard and soft copy engrossments and other legal documents PDF conversions Amending, formatting and comparing documents Copy-typing and digital dictation Creation of secure links Liaising with clients and courts Opening new matters Saving documents electronically Proof reading and quality checking of documents and correspondence Working within Excel documents Diary and email management for the fee-earners Handling telephone enquiries as and when required Travel arrangements, processing fee-earner expenses and dealing with other admin Managing workflow to the Document & Design Centre, Print Room etc when required; proactively taking steps to ensure work is returned within required timescales Liaising with Finance and other business support teams About You You will need to be adaptable to change, demonstrating high levels of client care, organisational and time management skills. You will have gained experience within a law firm demonstrating a proactive and enthusiastic approach with high levels of IT literacy, excellent attention to detail and the ability to learn new systems quickly. Previous office experience is preferred but not essential. You will have a proactive and enthusiastic approach with high levels of IT literacy, superb attention to detail and the ability to learn new systems quickly. For further information in relation to this vacancy please contact Adam Perry on 01142418030 or at [email protected] CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest. This Construction Legal Secretary vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days. We look forward to hearing from you!

Business Unit: Corporate Finance Industry: CORP - Corporate Role Objective: The Personal Assistant (PA) is responsible for providing full secretarial and administrative support to a team of financial staff within a specific department. Under minimal supervision, the Personal Assistant (PA) performs various administrative and secretarial duties, and co-ordinates the needs of senior executives and financial staff as required. This individual will also consistently demonstrate their ability to take action when necessary and respond appropriately and is provided a company handset in order to be available outside normal working hours. The PA establishes priorities and follows through with multiple tasks. S/he exercises frequent independent judgment, and works closely with other PAs on day-to-day activities, as well as the Office Manager (OM) in order to facilitate a team support environment across the office. The position involves a variety of assignments of both long and short term. Duties include but are not limited to: diary and travel management, expense processing, general administrative support, client database management, department supplies, absence cover for team members and administrative/project work for the OM as directed. Responsibilities: 1. Secretarial Support Diary Management: arranging, rescheduling and confirming appointments; keeping executives and their diaries updated of changes as required. Telephone Support: Receiving/making calls, taking accurate messages, liaising with clients. Picking up calls for other members of the team when necessary or dealing with where possible. Liaising with clients, responding to their requests in an appropriate manner. Draft, prepare and/or distribute documents on behalf of supported staff and others as requested; includes creating/manipulating Word, Excel, PowerPoint documents for executives. Arranging conference calls using dedicated HL conferencing systems, ensuring accuracy of contact names, pins, meeting numbers etc. Must be confident in working across time zones when coordinating calls. Review incoming invoices; check for accuracy and verify, including assigning relevant cost/project codes. Liaise with US-EMEA based Assistants where necessary and provide support to visiting executives when in the office. Constant liaison with internal management, financial staff, external clients and prospects. Arranging meetings/lunches/dinners, both internal and external, as requested. 2. Travel & Expenses Extensive and complex travel bookings, using corporate Travel provider. Produce itineraries as required. Ensure adherence to HL Travel Policy at all times. Process visa applications, passport needs, currency requirements and associated reconciliations. Book taxis and cars as necessary. Prepare and submit expense reports using HL online expense system, ensuring appropriate receipts are attached and all items accounted for, and that process is completed within policy and monthly accounting deadlines. Collating expenses breakdown for client billing through Accounts Team. Reconciliation of monthly corporate/personal credit cards within deadlines. Ensure relevant travel refunds have been processed by travel provider. 3. CRM Data Management Maintain/update SalesForce (Client Relationship Management (CRM) database), including updating SalesForce business contact information, adding relationships etc. Create call reports and ensure accuracy of data held. Training will be given, a thorough understanding of its functionality will be essential. Proactively ensure the integrity of the firm’s CRM database by assisting in firm wide data hygiene efforts, including researching and entering missing data. Responsible for Deal Execution administration as directed by Deal Team, including NDAs for prospective clients, conflict checks and SalesForce data updates. Maintain file records for team, including filing and archiving. Register executives for conferences/seminars (on approved Marketing Budget List). Keep them abreast of new seminars/conferences in which they would be interested in attending. Liaise with internal Marketing as required, who oversee all these activities. Appropriately renew subscriptions (through the OM and/or IC as appropriate). Photocopying/Binding of presentations. 4. Administrative / Project Work Set-up and maintain well organised filing system conducive to the needs of the business line. Maintain team absence records, liaising with HR/OM as required. Support new joiners at all levels with familiarization of company policies and procedures. Organise client entertainment events, conferences, and promotional activities and ensuring adherence to budgets. Support and assist on Firm wide initiatives as directed by executives and/or OM. Share best practices. Participate in office admin meetings and/or events. Carry out project work as required and instructed by the Office Manager. Carry out ad hoc duties/tasks as deemed necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the team. 5. Absence Cover General support and help to other Assistants across the office when possible. Provide cover in the absence of other PAs including HL Reception cover if needed. Support the Office Manager as required. 6. Health and Safety Act as Fire Officer/First Aider if required (training will be given) . Ensure office space remains presentable and free of obstacles; notify OM of issues. Education / Skills / Experience Required Degree level education or of graduate calibre. Excellent organisational, oral and written communication skills; detail-oriented, and able to prioritise workload. Competent user of Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint and Excel. Fluent in English, additional European languages an advantage. A positive, flexible, responsive service-oriented attitude and able to meet deadlines in a timely manner. Resilient and able to deal with high pressure environment and demanding individuals. Flexibility, resourcefulness and good anticipation are important qualities, as is the ability to act decisively and on own initiative. Confident with an outgoing personality and practical approach to problem solving. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and maintain confidentiality. Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and a personal commitment to continuous improvement of policies and procedures. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reporting into the General Counsel, the DPO will:Oversee and manage all data protection activities within the company.Develop and implement data protection policies and procedures.Ensure compliance with GDPR and other data protection laws.Provide advice and guidance on data protection issues.Lead data protection training and awareness campaigns.Handle data protection breaches and investigations.Regularly report to the board on data protection activities and compliance.Liaise with regulatory bodies and data protection authorities as required.A successful DPO should have:A degree in law, IT or a related field.Proven experience in a similar role within the Media sector.Excellent knowledge of data protection laws and practices, including GDPR, european privacy laws and experience working across other jurisdictions.Strong leadership and project management skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.High-level of integrity and professional ethics.

Assisting with commercial and employment law matters.Reviewing, drafting and negotiating a range of commercial contracts.Supporting the wider team in employment law matters.Conducting legal research and providing advice on relevant laws and regulations.Supporting the company in ensuring legal compliance within the financial services industry.Assisting with dispute resolution and litigation matters.Managing relationships with external legal counsel.Supporting the implementation of legal policies and procedures.Assisting the London Legal team with day-to-day legal queries (including but not limited to reviewing commercial contracts, responding to employment queries and assisting with general corporate matters, as required).Taking initiatives in developing new processes and improving current processes to streamline the Legal team's response, increase efficiency, and support collaboration within the teamObtaining and maintaining an excellent understanding of the organisation and the products with a focus on regulations and laws in various jurisdictions.Representing the Legal team in projects and transactions as required.Initiating, planning, prioritising and managing work activities and projects effectively.Regularly communicating with your line manager and providing updates in team meetings on progress.General legal and administration support (including but not limited to filing, execution of contracts, renewals of certified documents)Collaborating with other teams and outside counsel when appropriate.Complying with all applicable compliance policies, procedures, laws, and regulationsA successful 'Paralegal' should have:A law degree or equivalent legal qualification.At least three years experience in commercial and employment law ideally within the financial services sector.Strong drafting and negotiation skills.Excellent legal research skills.Good understanding of financial regulations.Proven ability to manage relationships with external counsel

Your key responsibilities will include:Offer expert legal guidance to the team on insurance-related issues.Play a key role in contract negotiations and dispute resolutions.Ensure compliance with regulations within the insurance industry.Draft and review relevant legal documentation and contracts.Collaborate closely with internal departments to provide comprehensive legal support.Participate in the development of corporate policies and procedures.Stay updated on changes in legislation and regulations affecting the insurance industry.The successful applicant should have:Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales OR IrelandAble to commute into the office in Dublin or Uxbridge 3 days per weekExperience as a broad Commercial / Corporate lawyer in the Insurance spaceExcellent negotiation and communication skillsThe desire to work closely within an international team