<p data-start="0" data-end="95">Job Title: Paralegal<br / data-start="47" data-end="50"> Location: Birmingham - Hybrid </p><p data-start="0" data-end="95">Salary: Up to £40k DOE</p><h3 data-end="126" data-start="102"><strong data-start="106" data-end="124">About the Role</strong></h3><p data-end="454" data-start="127">Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career?<br /><br data-end="187" data-start="184" /><strong> We're looking for an ambitious and detail-driven Junior Legal Counsel / Paralegal to join our growing in-house Legal team. You'll work side-by-side with the Managing Legal Counsel, supporting a fast-paced, commercial business where no two days are the same.</strong></p><p data-end="595" data-start="456">If you're passionate about contracts, enjoy problem-solving, and want to see your legal advice make a real impact - this role is for you.</p><h3 data-end="632" data-start="602"><strong data-end="630" data-start="606">What You'll Be Doing</strong></h3><ul data-start="633" data-end="1339"><li data-end="794" data-start="633"><p data-end="794" data-start="635"><strong data-end="657" data-start="635">Own the contracts:</strong> Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements - from client contracts and NDAs to tenders and data processing terms.</p></li><li data-start="795" data-end="939"><p data-end="939" data-start="797"><strong data-end="822" data-start="797">Be a trusted advisor:</strong> Provide clear, practical legal guidance on commercial risks and help the business find smart, compliant solutions.</p></li><li data-end="1077" data-start="940"><p data-start="942" data-end="1077"><strong data-end="970" data-start="942">Collaborate and support:</strong> Partner with business leaders and internal teams to resolve legal questions and support decision-making.</p></li><li data-end="1194" data-start="1078"><p data-end="1194" data-start="1080"><strong data-start="1080" data-end="1101">Shape the future:</strong> Deliver training, share insights, and help build a culture of strong commercial awareness.</p></li><li data-end="1339" data-start="1195"><p data-end="1339" data-start="1197"><strong data-start="1197" data-end="1212">Stay sharp:</strong> Keep up to date with legal developments, manage documentation, and contribute to ongoing improvements within the Legal team.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1378" data-start="1346"><strong data-start="1350" data-end="1376">What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul data-end="1873" data-start="1379"><li data-start="1379" data-end="1474"><p data-end="1474" data-start="1381">1-2 years' experience as a <strong data-end="1441" data-start="1408">Commercial Contract Paralegal</strong> or in a similar in-house role.</p></li><li data-start="1475" data-end="1527"><p data-start="1477" data-end="1527">Law degree or equivalent experience (preferred).</p></li><li data-end="1607" data-start="1528"><p data-start="1530" data-end="1607">Strong understanding of commercial contracts and confident drafting skills.</p></li><li data-end="1754" data-start="1680"><p data-start="1682" data-end="1754">Excellent communicator and negotiator with strong attention to detail.</p></li><li data-start="1755" data-end="1800"><p data-end="1800" data-start="1757">Organised, adaptable, and eager to learn.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1910" data-start="1880"><strong data-end="1908" data-start="1884">What's in It for You</strong></h3><p data-start="1911" data-end="2163">You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking Legal team that values growth, initiative, and integrity. Expect exposure to a wide range of commercial matters, opportunities to develop your skills, and the chance to make a visible impact from day one.</p><p data-end="2271" data-start="2165">If you're curious, proactive, and ready to grow your in-house legal career - we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC4yNTAwOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with commercial property and asset management business based in Cheshire. </p><p> </p><p data-end="1261" data-start="928">We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Director and wider team with the day to day financial operations of the group and its subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will be hands on, accurate, and proactive, with a genuine interest in contributing to a business that values long term relationships and stability.</p><p data-end="1261" data-start="928">3 month assignment with a view to go permanent. </p><p><strong data-end="1296" data-start="1272">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Raise, send, and process sales and purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Handle expense claims and ensure they comply with company policy.</li><li>Manage credit control, including chasing overdue payments professionally and effectively.</li><li>Maintain the cash book and ensure all entries are correctly recorded.</li><li>Update and reconcile the purchase and sales ledgers.</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and support month end close procedures.</li><li>Liaise with suppliers, clients, and third-party providers to resolve queries.</li><li>Assist with obtaining quotations and producing purchase orders.</li><li>Contribute to maintaining and improving finance procedures and documentation.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.</li></ul><p><strong data-end="2159" data-start="2117">Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years' experience working within an accounts or credit control team.</li><li>Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and double entry bookkeeping.</li><li>Competent user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team environment.</li><li>Experience within the property or investment sector is advantageous but not essential.</li></ul><p><strong>Whats on offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive hourly rate </li><li>Onsite parking </li><li>ASAP start </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMjQ2NzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
