Healthcare Paralegal Support (hybrid)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Core functions, but not limited to:

Contract Review

Review and analyse contracts, service level agreements, and other legal agreements to ensure compliancewith relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Document Preparation

Prepare and draft legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and amendments, ensuring accuracyand completeness to a point ready for signature.

Legal Research

Conduct legal research on healthcare regulations, industry standards, and best practices to support contractreviews and compliance efforts.

Bid and Tender Support

Assist in the preparation of bids and tenders, including reviewing legal requirements, drafting legal sections,and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Contract Management

Maintain an organised contract repository, monitor contract deadlines, and track contract renewals andamendments.

Compliance Assistance

Collaborate with the legal team to ensure the organisation's compliance with healthcare laws, regulations,and contractual obligations.

Due Diligence

Assist in conducting due diligence on potential business partners, vendors, and suppliers to identify anylegal risks or compliance issues.

Legal Document Management

Organise and maintain legal documents, including correspondence, agreements, and other relevantmaterials, using appropriate document management systems.

Legal Research and Analysis

Conduct legal research and analysis on various healthcare legal issues as assigned, providing summariesand recommendations to the legal team.

Collaboration and Communication

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including executives, managers, and operational teams, to providelegal support and advice as needed.

Training and Education

Support the development and delivery of legal training and education programs for staff members,ensuring awareness of legal requirements and best practices.

Stay Updated

Keep abreast of changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure compliance andprovide proactive legal support.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience as a paralegal in a healthcare-related setting or law firm is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of UK healthcare laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in reviewing contracts, service level agreements, and legal agreements.

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelors degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite and legal case management software.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

DMC Healthcare

Address

DMC Healthcare

60 Chadwick Road

London

SE15 4PU

Employer's website

https://www.dmchealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)