Job Description

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Description

The successful Legal Assistant will provide vital administrative support to the Legal Team, encompassing the management of systems and processes. This position plays an integral role in ensuring the seamless functioning of the Legal Department, optimising the efficiency of legal procedures, and upholding compliance with regulatory standards.

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What you'll be responsible for:

Provide administrative support ensuring key deadlines are met. Assist the Legal Team with drafting various legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Oversee the maintenance and organisation of the company's contract database, ensuring all contracts are up-to-date and easily accessible. Perform first line reviews of low-value contracts and NDAs, identifying any potential issues and ensuring compliance with company policies. Manage the company's DocuSign system, distributing contracts for signature and ensuring timely execution. Attend meetings and accurately document minutes, providing clear and concise records of discussions and decisions. Conducting research on various legal issues, regulations, and case law relevant to the insurance industry. Collaborate with the Procurement Team to complete due diligence responses from suppliers, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.


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What you'll need:

Some proven experience as a corporate paralegal, demonstrating the ability to handle legal tasks effectively. Proficiency in using IT systems and software, including Microsoft Office, document management systems and e-signature platforms like DocuSign. Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in document drafting and contract reviews. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely in a legal context. Ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the business and handle multiple tasks efficiently. Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in the Legal and Procurement Teams. Ability to analyse legal issues and interpret regulations.


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Our Benefits

Hybrid working - 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days over 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service. Plus bank holidays! Discretionary annual bonus Pension scheme - 5% employee, 6% employer Flexible working - we will always consider applications for those who require less than the advertised hours Flexi-time Healthcare Cash Plan - claim cashback on a variety of everyday healthcare costs Electric vehicle - salary sacrifice scheme 100's of exclusive retailer discounts Professional wellbeing, health & fitness app - Wrkit Enhanced parental leave, including time off for IVF appointments Religious bank holidays - if you don't celebrate Christmas and Easter, you can use these annual leave days on other occasions throughout the year. Life Assurance - 4 times your salary 25% Car Insurance Discount 20% Travel Insurance Discount Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Referral Scheme Community support day


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About Somerset Bridge Group

Somerset Bridge Group is dedicated to delivering fair products and innovative services in the insurance industry. Our group focuses on underwriting, broking, and claims handling to provide sustainable and innovative insurance solutions. Somerset Bridge Insurance Services Limited, operating under GoSkippy and Vavista, offers insurance coverage to over 700,000 customers. Somerset Bridge Limited handles underwriting and claims, processing almost 50,000 claims annually. Somerset Bridge Shared Services Limited provides essential support functions to ensure operational efficiency and compliance. With a strong commitment to values, culture, and customer service excellence, Somerset Bridge Group is recognised for its industry awards and growth. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that fosters creative thinking and personal development.

We are very proud to have been awarded a Silver Accreditation from Investors in People! We recognise that all of our people contribute to our success. That's why we are always looking for talented people to join our team - people who share our vision, who are passionate about what they do, and who want to be part of something special.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Somerset Bridge Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic factors or other characteristics protected by law. SBG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, skills and business requirements.