Contracts Paralegal - 6 Month FTC
Location: London
Contract: 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract
Sector: Legal / Law Firm
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
The Opportunity
We are working with a leading international law firm that is seeking a Contracts Paralegal to join their in-house legal function on a 6-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a legally trained professional looking to gain valuable in-house experience within a leading law firm, with exposure to commercial contracts, legal procurement, supplier management and contract lifecycle management.
The successful candidate will work closely with the firm's Legal team and a variety of Business Professional functions, supporting the management of the firm's third-party supplier relationships and ensuring contracts are effectively managed throughout their lifecycle.
This is a varied and stakeholder-focused role, suited to a proactive and highly organised Paralegal who is comfortable managing multiple matters and working with senior stakeholders across the
business.
Key Responsibilities
Support the firm's in-house Legal team with the management and administration of commercial and supplier contracts.
Assist with the onboarding of new third-party suppliers, including reviewing supplier questionnaires and supporting documentation.
Work closely with Information Security and Data Privacy teams to ensure prospective suppliers meet the firm's data protection, information security and regulatory requirements.
Liaise with the Legal team, Business Professional teams and other internal stakeholders to understand requirements and timelines relating to the implementation, renewal, extension and termination of supplier contracts.
Provide practical support and guidance to stakeholders throughout the firm's legal procurement process.
Maintain accurate supplier and contract records within the firm's HighQ contract management system.
Upload and maintain UK supplier records, contracts and associated documentation.
Manage the legal procurement matter intake mailbox and maintain the active matter tracker.
Coordinate with relevant Business Professional teams to ensure contract-related actions and deliverables are completed within agreed timescales.
Monitor key contractual dates, including expiry, renewal, extension and notice periods, ensuring appropriate stakeholders are alerted.
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