Wehave an exciting opportunityavailable for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join one of the world's leading research Institutes at a crucial time in its evolution, and play a definitive role in shaping it for the future. You will join us on a full–time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant role:

As a Paralegal/Legal Assistant, you will provide transactional support for all parts of the Crick. The work is varied reflecting the range of activities at the Crick and the different types of relationships with commercial and academic organisations.

Responsibilities of our Paralegal/Legal Assistant:

These include but are not limited to:

Client care & advice: Take instructions, manage expectations and keep internal clients briefed on progress. Maintain excellent relationshipsLegal Operations: Take a lead role in the development, implementation and ongoing management of the Crick's Contract Lifecycle Management System (CLMS); HighQ. Create and keep matters and files organised and up–to–date using e–signature and knowledge management platforms and on–line workspaces. Help develop and maintain templates, contracting processes and other new ways of workingContract Management: Prepare, review, draft and negotiate contracts using pre–prepared templates, complying with internal policies, governance, best practice and applicable legislation. Prepare contract reports and briefing documents and facilitate signature. You will take the lead, with supervision as you need, or work alongside a member of the teamResearch & Governance: Undertake research, help develop and organise knowhow Skills and experience we are looking for in our Paralegal/Legal Assistant:

A graduate in a relevant discipline or equivalent experienceExperience in providing effective support as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant in a busy departmentEnthusiastic, capable, and confident user of technology (e.g., Microsoft, document management and e–signature platforms, Dropbox, Sophia, Slack, ServiceNow & Trello etc)Working knowledge of law and legal system. Confident research skillsStrong organisational and administrative skills, able to prioritise competing demands and tight deadlines. Experience of handling a varied workload and prioritising tasks. Methodical approach to work and excellent attention to detailA self–starter who can work with some supervision. Confident to take on unfamiliar tasks and to learn on the job. Shows problem–solving and decision–making skillsStrong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact, integrity, confidentiality, patience) and ability to work well with all levels of staffCommunicates effectively with a concise writing style and strong written accuracy. Able to present complex information in clear and simple communications to all levels of the organisationA team player who is flexible, motivated and resilient and works effectively in a collegiate environment. Acts authentically and consistently Closing date: 21st January 2024

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Paralegal/Legal Assistant, please click 'apply' today, we'd love to hear from you!

All offers of employment are subject to successful security screening (including enhanced DBS check) and continuous eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.