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Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS’s Head Office supports global operations by driving strategy, innovation, and governance across all business lines—ensuring consistent quality, compliance, and performance worldwide.
Job Description
Job Title: Inhouse Paralegal
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ellesmere Port
Hours: 35 per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Industry: Legal Services
As a member of the Legal Team you’ll assist in the provision of first line legal advice, support and training to all internal businesses and functions, offering a practical and informed interpretation of the laws affecting the Company in response to routine and non-routine matters.
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Key Accountabilities:
- Assist in the review and negotiation of contracts
- Assist in property management
- Assist in the management of litigation matters affecting the Company and co-ordinate improvements to systems and procedures needed as a result of successful claims
- Assist with acquisitions/disposals
- Assist in the provision of Company Secretarial services to the Company and its UK affiliates
- Assist, where required, in employment law issues affecting the Company
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has already gained experience working in commercial law either in-house or within private practice - drafting/negotiating commercial contracts, managing litigation and commercial property and have an understanding of IPRs and data protection.
Qualifications / Experience Required:
- Law Degree or professional legal qualification
- Full driving license for use in the UK
- Working knowledge of commercial law
- Negotiating contracts
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Additional Information
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Performance related bonus (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Competitive pension scheme & Life Assurance
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus Bank Holidays
- An additional day off for your birthday
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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