We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Legal & Commercial Co-ordinator to support a well‑established professional services business based in the Winchester area.
Working closely with the senior leadership team the successful candidate will play a key role in protecting the organisation’s commercial and legal interests.
The Opportunity
The role offers exposure to a broad range of legal and commercial matters, providing excellent scope for career progression and hands‑on experience across multiple business functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, NDAs, joint venture agreements, RFPs, RFQs, and other commercial documentation.
* Maintain appointments registers and associated contract documentation.
* Provide guidance on confidentiality, copyright, intellectual property, and contractual risk matters.
* Conduct due diligence on counterparties and identify legal or commercial risks.
* Support tender submissions, fee proposals, and related documentation.
* Attend management and board meetings to provide legal and risk‑management input.
* Support GDPR and data protection compliance across the business.
* Maintain company trademarks and liaise with external legal advisers.
* Liaise with external solicitors and legal advisers on disputes and legal matters.
* Prepare documentation for mediation, adjudication, and litigation support.
* Provide practical advice to colleagues on contractual and commercial disputes.
About You
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a legal or compliance role – Paralegal / Legal Executive experience preferred.
* Strong drafting, analytical, and organisational skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder‑management skills.
* Experience within construction, engineering, or professional services sectors.
* Exposure to mediation, adjudication, or litigation support.
What The Company Offer
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Agile and flexible working arrangements.
* Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
* Social, wellbeing, and team engagement activities.
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