Part Time Legal Administrator
In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that/s the kind of work we want to be part of. The role: Are you organised, diligent, and ready to support a dynamic legal team whilst having fun?
Lonza/s legal team is looking for a Legal Administrator to help manage their legal operations in Slough, UK.Working closely with the internal team, you will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day administrative operations of the legal department.
This role is perfect for someone who is exceptionally organised and has a proven ability to balance multiple tasks flawlessly.Candidates must have excellent organisational and IT skills (including DocuSign, Adobe, SAP, Lonza/s travel management system, other finance and invoice systems, and contract databases).Please note this is a 30-hour-per-week contract and is perfect for anyone wanting a new challenge!
Key responsibilities: Manage signature request process using electronic signature systems such as DocuSign and Adobe, as well as coordinating /"wet ink/" signatures when necessary. Liaise with the team in Basel as needed.Coordinate the contract filing system, ensuring documents are accurately stored on both the local drive and the company-wide global contract database.Handle the PO, invoice, and payment process for external law firms and other suppliers as needed, ensuring strict compliance with company policies.Arrange travel, including flights, hotels, and taxis, for team members as required.Make and implement suggestions for improving team administration and processes, aiming for world-class efficiency.Manage storage of and access to legal templates, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.Provide general administrative support to the UK legal team, ensuring all operations run efficiently.
Key requirements: Proven ability to manage workload and work to deadlines effectively.Outstanding organisational skills, particularly in staying on top of the contract signature process.Friendly outlook with the ability to maintain a sense of humour in a fast-paced environment.Ability to build and maintain good relationships within the team and the wider network of contacts around the business.Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in DocuSign, Adobe, SAP, Lonza/s travel management system, other finance and invoice systems, and contract databases.Ambitious and determined to successfully implement standard methodologies to compete at the highest level.