At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage legal documents, contracts, and support the Legal team's operational agenda.
- Company: Ceres, a leader in clean energy technology making a positive impact on the planet.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a world-class team driving innovation in clean energy and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Paralegal and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Ceres is a global leader in solid oxide technology, driving the clean energy revolution. Our steel‑supported fuel cell and electrolyser technology provides partners with a decade of development advantage, enabling faster innovation across power generation, green hydrogen, and distributed power solutions for data centres. At Ceres, innovation is part of who we are. Join us and become part of a world‑class team making a meaningful and positive impact on the planet.
Purpose of the role
In this role you will be a key member of the Legal team, independently managing a high volume of work and supporting delivery of the Legal function’s operational agenda in a fast‑paced, complex business environment. This hands‑on role will suit an experienced career paralegal who works autonomously, exercises sound judgement and takes ownership of delivery and outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Drafting, reviewing and proofreading legal documents
- Managing NDAs and routine contracts end‑to‑end
- Maintaining contract and document management systems
- Triage incoming legal requests
- Attending meetings and tracking actions
- Maintaining dashboards and intranet content
- Contributing to wider Legal team efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives
Knowledge and skills required for the role
- Demonstrable experience as a Paralegal within an in‑house legal team or similarly demanding environment
- Formal paralegal or legal qualification (e.g. CILEx, paralegal diploma, apprenticeship or equivalent experience)
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver consistently in a fast‑paced environment
- Excellent attention to detail, with pride taken in producing consistently high‑quality work
- Strong technology literacy and confidence using legal technology and systems, including Microsoft 365, document management and contract lifecycle tools
- Exposure to legal operations initiatives (e.g., templates, playbooks, training materials, automation, dashboards or contract repositories) is highly desirable
- In‑house legal experience is advantageous but not essential
Paralegal in Horsham employer: Ceres
Ceres is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives and employees are empowered to make a significant impact on the clean energy revolution. With a strong focus on professional growth, Ceres provides ample opportunities for career development within a supportive legal team that values collaboration and efficiency. Located at the forefront of technology, employees enjoy a culture that encourages creativity and rewards high-quality work, making it a truly rewarding place to advance your career as a Paralegal.
