Junior Paralegal (Ad Hoc) - Extreme International - London, United Kingdom
About Us
EXTREME is a purpose driven company with a unique brand and community that lives at the intersection of adventure sports and entertainment. Our Vision is to drive positive change through extreme and adventure sports. This is realised through our integrated offer that encompasses strategy, design, development, and management of adventurous destinations, hotels and resorts, spectacular events, entertaining media, and engaging brand campaigns.
We operate around three guiding pillars; people, planet, and place. Headquartered in London with bases in Europe and the Middle East, we serve our clients through our passionate and pioneering international team. As founders of The Extreme Sports Channel, operating for over 25 years, and with the backing of Kleinwort Hambros and Soc Gen banks EXTREME is the go-to brand for authentic activation across action and adventure sports.
Our Divisions:
Designing, developing and operating adventure sports and leisure destinations.
Entertaining our 20 million fans daily we achieve over 200m views monthly and provide social media management advertising & sponsorship solutions.
Producing inspirational and entertaining lifestyle events, activations and experiences.
Delivering real business results for our clients through marketing campaigns that harness the power of social, ambassadors and events.
Providing on-water support and services for events, expeditions, and tourist activations around the world.
In all our activities, we strive to promote sports participation, healthy lifestyles, job creation, infrastructure investment and tourism while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and the environment. As part of our sustainability efforts, we have launched The Extreme Hangout, a global impact platform, and aligned with five key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We have also joined Planet Mark to measure our impact, committed to 1% For The Planet to give back and are a lead member of the UN’s Sports for Climate Action initiative to raise awareness.
We believe in the future of extreme and adventure sports experiences, events and entertainment and embrace our community for motivating us every day to take EXTREME to the next level.
Job Description
About us
EXTREME is a world-leading, purpose-driven adventure brand whose Vision to drive positive change through extreme and adventure sports. With a highly engaged community of 20 million fans across social media, we are building out an integrated hospitality, events and media offer that is designed to entertain and excite adventure travellers by blending incredible adventure sports experiences and hospitality with highly engaging entertainment. Our foundation is built upon three guiding pillars: people, planet, and place. Headquartered in London with bases in Europe and the Middle East, we serve our clients through our passionate and pioneering international team. As proud founders of The Extreme Sports Channel, and operating for over 25 years, we have established ourselves as a go-to brand for authentic activation within the realm of adventure and action sports. www.extremeinternational.com
Job Summary:
We are seeking a talented and motivated part time Junior Paralegal to join our dynamic team. In this role, on an ad hock basis you will primarily be responsible for drafting and proofreading Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) on an ad hoc basis, utilising your understanding of the UK/Middle East legal framework. You will contribute to the smooth operation of EXTREME International, ensuring the confidentiality and protection of sensitive information. The Junior Paralegal will report directly to the General Counsel and will have the opportunity to assist in various legal tasks related to the media, sports, entertainment, events, and hospitality industries.
Location: United Kingdom (Remote)
Work Type: Ad Hoc
Hourly rate: negotiable D.O.E
Responsibilities:
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Drafting and preparing accurate and comprehensive NDAs for different situations within the industries the company is across.
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Proofreading, editing, and amending existing NDAs to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to legal standards.
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Assisting the team in reviewing and revising contracts, agreements, and legal documents as required
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Coordinating with internal departments and external stakeholders to obtain necessary information and ensure timely completion of NDAs.
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Keeping up to date with changes in legislation, industry trends, and best practices to provide informed legal advice and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes.
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Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address legal concerns and ensure compliance with legal obligations.
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Assisting general counsel with various ad hoc legal tasks related as necessary.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in law or a related field. Paralegal certification is a plus.
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In-depth knowledge of the UK legal framework, particularly in relation to contract law and NDAs
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Proven prior experience as a paralegal or legal support personnel ideally in the media, entertainment, events and/or hospitality industries, familiarity with the complexities of the industry, and understanding of relevant contractual arrangements.
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Excellent drafting and proofreading skills, with meticulous attention to detail
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Strong organizational and time management abilities to effectively handle multiple tasks and prioritize workloads.
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Excellent research skills and the ability to analyse complex legal information.
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Proficient in using legal research databases, such as LexisNexis or Westlaw
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.
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A high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
Personal Characteristics:
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Strong attention to detail.
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High level planning and organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to nuance messaging of complex topics for different audiences.
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Can-do attitude with an enthusiasm to connect with the team and their work.
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
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Willingness to embrace change in a dynamic corporation.
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Be a positive and energetic team player – be someone we would want to go on a road trip across Europe; hang out at a mountain bike park with; and spend a day surfing!
This is an hourly rate position offering flexibility, allowing the successful candidate to work on an ad hoc basis. We encourage dedicated individuals with a passion for the media industry and a keen eye for detail to apply for this exciting opportunity. Thank you and good luck!!!