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Are you an experienced Private Client Paralegal looking to take the next step in your legal career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm offering a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and clear progression pathways, including future training contract opportunities. The Role:As a Private Client Paralegal, you will work closely with solicitors, providing vital support on a varied caseload of private client matters. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Assisting with the drafting of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney</li><li>Supporting the administration of estates, including Grant of Probate applications</li><li>Handling Court of Protection deputyship applications</li><li>Assisting with Trust administration</li><li>Liaising with clients, financial institutions, and other professionals</li><li>Preparing legal documents and conducting legal research</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate:<ul><li>Experience in Private Client law is essential</li><li>Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail</li><li>The ability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment</li><li>A proactive and client-focused approach</li><li>Ambition to progress within Private Client law - this firm actively supports career development</li></ul> Whats on Offer?<ul><li>Training contract opportunities for the right candidate</li><li>Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance</li><li>A competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>The chance to work with a supportive and highly experienced team in a leading firm</li><li>This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in Private Client law with a firm that truly invests in its people.</li></ul> If you would be interested in finding out more about this role or hear about any other opportunities please reach out to Rhian Thompson at QED Legal or alternatively click on the "APPLY" button below.

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Senior Legal Assistant Architecture and Engineering ContractsLondon, Clerkenwell Position details<ul><li>Location:London, UK</li><li>Working arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid</li><li>Hours of work:37.5, Monday-Friday</li></ul> We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to join our small but impactful Legal team at our London office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in working in architecture, engineering, or construction industry as a legal assistant or a project manager. Senior Legal Assistant will assist with contract review, legal drafting, risk mitigation and legal research. About the roleYou will play a pivotal role in providing legal support to the In-House Counsel, ensuring seamless contract execution across the company by scrutinising contracts for commercial, legal and insurance implications, you will assist with managing companys risks and securing future projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong legal background to work within a creative and professional setting in a prestigious architecture, engineering and design practice.Main Responsibilities<ul><li>Contract Review and Analysis:Review professional service appointments, NDAs, collateral warranties, framework agreements, and novation agreements, identify legal and commercial risks, and propose amendments. </li><li>Legal Documents Drafting:Draft legal documents, agreements, NDAs, collateral warranties, deeds of variation, notices, and letters.</li><li>Contract Guidance and Support: Provide guidance and support to internal teams on contract-related matters, including contract interpretation, compliance, and appointment of supply chain.</li><li>Contract Maintenance:Proactively review contracts, maintain standard contractual documentation, managing business templates, update progress spreadsheets.</li><li>Legal Research:Conduct research on relevant legal issues and keep up to date with the latest legal developments.</li><li>Collaboration and Best Practice:Develop good working relationships with colleagues and promote contract/compliance process best practice within the company. </li></ul> About you<ul><li>Qualification: Minimum LLB. LPC/SQE, or degree/certification in Contract Management is beneficial but not essential. </li></ul><ul><li>You must have a minimum of 3 years solid experience in either: </li></ul><ul><li>Legal support role within architecture, engineering, or construction industry, or </li><li>Project/design management role within architecture, engineering, or construction industry, or</li><li>Solid in-house legal experience within professional services (not private practice law firms).</li></ul>Please note, this role does not lead to a solicitors training contract or qualifying work experience (QWE) to become a solicitor. <ul><li>Proven experience in contract review and drafting.</li><li>Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology and contractual mechanisms.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. </li><li>Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to colleagues and external parties in a clear and concise manner.</li><li>Awareness of the latest developments in the law. </li><li>Able to follow instructions, procedures, policies and assimilate information quickly in a consistent manner.</li><li>Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 PSC desirable.</li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe/PDF is essential.</li><li>Ability to effectively prioritise workload, manage time efficiently, and remain highly organised.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborative and proactive in supporting other teams. Ability to interact professionally with internal and external contacts.</li><li>Positive, enthusiastic and a strong team player.</li></ul> How to apply Please read carefullyPlease apply by clicking the apply button, attaching a CV and a formal cover letter stating why you believe you are suitable for the position. Applications without the formal cover letter will not be considered. Applications with cover letters written by AI will be rejected. Please note, we use AI detection software.About BDPBDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world thats built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of whats possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japans Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger. BDP offersIn return, BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of BDPs skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a great working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy. BDP is an equal opportunities employerNo agency or third-party applications please.

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