Paralegal Job Description: Join Sage's global Legal Services Centre as a Paralegal in our Legal function supporting our colleagues, suppliers and customers! Provide pragmatic legal support and guidance directly to colleagues across the Sage business to manage legal risk effectively. This is a fast paced and varied role and you'll focus on areas such as intellectual property, data protection, corporate activities, compliance, supplier contracts and product-related legal matters. In addition to supporting suppliers and customers, you'll develop and maintain policies and processes to ensure Sage's ongoing legal compliance. Hybrid working - 3 days a week from our Cobalt office The goal of this role will be to provide an excellent level of pragmatic legal support to all colleagues across the UKI region and globally out of the Legal Service Centre, while effectively managing legal risk. You will have the opportunity to develop your legal skills within Sage as we present a wide breadth of legal topics for you to manage all within the context of being at the forefront of the latest advancements in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for SMBs. Key Responsibilities: Your responsibilities will include conducting legal due diligence and research, reviewing customer and supplier contracts, and participating in contract negotiations with third parties. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver timely legal advice and engage in ongoing improvements to legal processes and procedures. Additionally, you'll also uphold compliance with internal policies and deliver training materials to stakeholders. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with us, we'd love to have you on board! 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰-𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: • Law degree and legal work experience • Excellent spoken and written communication skills • The ability to work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders at different levels • Have strong research skills and excellent attention to detail • Be a collaborative team player • Able to work on your own initiative and prioritise effectively 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬: • Generous pension and bonus schemes • Extended health, dental and vision coverage • On-going training and professional development • Paid 5 days to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • And, so much more #LI-WM1 #LI-Hybrid Function: Legal Country: United Kingdom Office Location: Newcastle Work Place type: Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It’s why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture:youtube.com/watch?v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out atcareers@sage.com. Learn more about DEI at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Sage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Sage will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Sage does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.