JOB TITLE – Paralegal LOCATION – Chorley / Home Based TYPE – Perm Full Time HOURS - 9 Day Fortnight Working for NSG NSG Environmental Ltd has been delivering work programmes in the nuclear industry for over 40 years. Traditionally in the areas of decommissioning and waste management, NSG now has a broad customer base and provides a wide spectrum of services across the nuclear project lifecycle, ranging from expert consultancy support, R&D and engineering design to rekit and refurbishment, site installation services and high-hazard physical decommissioning works, amongst others. This work is delivered at NSG’s own offices and purpose-built facilities and nuclear sites across the UK. The delivery and management of these projects and programmes of work is carried out by a skilled workforce composed of both white-collar and blue-collar personnel in technical, administrative, and physical roles. Our core values of Passion, Integrity, Challenge and Collaboration drive performance and ensure we add significant value. If joining us as a member of staff, we will support your professional development in an exciting and challenging work environment that will enable you to use, develop and hone your technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative working environment. The Role Required to provide legal support as part of the wider Commercial Function. Assist and advise the QS and / or Project Manager with subcontract terms, and preparing and checking contract documents. Key Objectives As part of the Legal Team within the Commercial Function, support the business on all legal matters as directed by the Legal Counsel. Provide legal advice with the support of and under the supervision of Legal Counsel during the tender and project delivery stages until conclusion of projects. This includes: Conduct contract reviews at enquiry stage. By: - Highlight any concerns within the Terms and Conditions to the Bid Manager, - Write Technical Queries for submission to the Client, - Close out issues once responses received. - Prepare, amend, and advise on contracts and subcontracts to meet business needs. - Liaise with project teams, customers, and other stakeholders as required. Handle supplementary documentation such as parent company guarantees, non-disclosure agreements, third party rights and warranties. Ensure accurate record-keeping of contracts and associated documents. Manage administrative aspects of projects in relation to legal documents. Coordinate with internal teams, including IT, HR, and finance where required. Work in compliance with internal policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards. Adhere to continuous professional development, stay informed, and apply acquired knowledge for the benefit of the business. Accountabilities Accountable for the safety of themselves and others whose safety may be compromised by their actions and/or omissions Accountable for the tasks assigned and actions thereof Communicate with others any uncertainties about tasks, processes or expectancies Empowered to make decisions, within the constraints of the position description Meet/exceed the expectations as identified in the position description Accountable for maintaining confidentiality in respect of data and personal information in line with GDPR. Person Specification Qualifications Law Graduate - Essential Experience as a paralegal - Essential/Desirable Construction/Nuclear experience - Desirable Experience & Knowledge Well organised with the ability to work to timescales and demonstrate attention to detail. - Essential Routine recording and reporting of information both verbal and numerical - Essential Used to dealing with confidential and commercial information - Desirable Familiar with QSHEW operating procedures and requirements etc. - Desirable Skills & Abilities Competent user of MS Office - Essential Able to organise and prioritise own work - Essential Maintenance of database and physical records and files - Desirable Ability to communicate with a wide range of colleagues at all levels and with external stakeholders and contractors - Desirable Knowledge of ISO 9001 / 14001 &18001 - Desirable Package Average hours - 37.5 hours per week Overtime – 37.5-60 hours per week – Time and half Overtime – 60 hours per week or Sundays – Double time Life Assurance 3x Salary Subsistence allowance paid for working away (50 miles away from home location) - £200pw lodge (£50pd, 4 days max) £25pd Food Private Healthcare package Pension – Company contributes 5% Individual contributes 4% Discretionary bonus 187.5 hours per year holiday allowance Professional memberships covered Large Training and Development budge available.