Legal Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Wood Full time
Job Title: Paralegal

This position plays a key role in supporting the Eastern Hemisphere Legal team and Group Legal team in their research and legal document preparation activities. The successful candidate will provide valuable assistance in the provision of legal services across the Group and business units.

About the Role:

The Legal team is responsible for all legal, corporate governance, and regulatory matters affecting John Wood Group PLC and its subsidiary and joint venture companies globally. We are seeking a highly motivated and organized paralegal to join our legal team to support the Legal Entity Rationalisation (LER) activities internationally.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in research and preparation of legal documents and advice
  • Support the LER activities internationally
  • Provide legal support to the Legal team
  • Work closely with external counsel and service providers
Requirements:
  • Legal, Legal Executive, or Paralegal qualification necessary
  • Paralegal experience as a corporate and/or securities paralegal or specialist at either a law firm or in-house legal department
  • Experience in a variety of general domestic and international corporate legal matters, M&A transactions, commercial contracts, corporate governance
  • English language fluency
  • Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency
Desirable Skills:
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and development
  • Knowledge of the changing regulatory environment
What We Offer:

Wood Group is a dynamic and fast-paced environment that offers opportunities for career growth and development. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equality.



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