UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Legal Assistant

Blockchainclimate; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking think tank is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to support its legal team with research, document management, and administrative tasks. This unpaid volunteer role is home-based and allows you to develop skills and gain real-world experience at the intersection of climate change and technology. Ideal candidates have a law degree and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Real-world experience

Networking with professionals

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for the legal team.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of legal documents.
• Manage and maintain the legal department's database and filing system.
• Assist with administrative tasks like drafting correspondence.
• Coordinate legal team meetings and maintain meeting minutes.
• Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments.

Skills

Excellent English writing skills

Strong research and analytical skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity with legal research databases

Knowledge of blockchain technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in law or a related field

Job description

UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Legal Assistant role at Blockchain & Climate Institute. Location: Home-based. This is an unpaid voluntary role, as with all positions at BCI.

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is a forward-thinking think tank dedicated to leveraging blockchain technology to address the global challenges posed by climate change. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. This role will primarily involve providing support to the legal team in conducting legal research, managing legal documents, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for the legal team.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of legal documents, such as contracts and agreements.
• Manage and maintain the legal department's database and filing system.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including drafting correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining calendars.
• Coordinate legal team meetings and maintain meeting minutes.
• Assist with the coordination and preparation of legal presentations and workshops.
• Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments related to blockchain technology and climate change.

Requirements

Education & Training

• Bachelor's degree in law or a related field.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with legal research databases and tools.
• Knowledge of blockchain technology and/or climate change is preferred.
• Previous experience in a legal or administrative role is a plus.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Strong interest in topics central to BCI, such as climate change, climate finance and blockchain technology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette.
• Your mind will be mentally stimulated, hence providing you with a sense of purpose.
• You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies.
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions).

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions).

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role).

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.