Commercial Contract Lawyer

SUMMARY:

A full-service law firm offering legal advice to UK and international businesses as well as individuals and families is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to provide specialized legal research, knowledge management, and training support to lawyers, ensuring compliance with current UK laws and regulations.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ working in commercial contract law practice, either as a paralegal, qualified advocate or attorney
• Excellent people skills and a good, clear communication style are required
• Being able to prioritize and meet deadlines is essential
• A commercial and pragmatic approach is highly valued
• Must be willing to work UK hours as required

• Reviewing and circulating updates on current and developing issues in the UK corporate law field.
• Preparing and collating internal precedent documents.
• Assisting with research for client work and internal/external presentations.
• Arranging and delivering training sessions on relevant legal updates and "best practice" steps to fee earners.
• Assisting with article writing/client briefings when required.
• Preparing submissions for legal directories (such as Legal 500/Chambers Guide).
• Creating legally binding agreements that outline the terms and considerations of business transactions, including service agreements, procurement contracts, and more.
• Examining existing contracts to ensure they comply with current UK laws and regulations, identifying any potential risks or unfavorable terms for the firm.
• Representing the firm in negotiations with other parties to achieve favorable terms and mitigate risks, including making amendments to proposed contracts to better suit the firm’s interests.
• Identifying any potential legal risks in contracts and advising on strategies to minimize these risks, thereby protecting the firm’s interests.
• Ensuring that all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations, including industry-specific standards and international trade laws where applicable.
• Assisting in resolving any disputes that arise from contractual agreements, either through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
• Keeping detailed records of all contracts and related documents for reference and compliance purposes.