Legal Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Job summary

A UK-based infrastructure solutions company is seeking a Permit Officer to manage and authorize site permits while ensuring safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of engineering principles, construction contract law, and be competent in using Microsoft Office. They should be organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate effectively with diverse teams. This is a site-based role requiring 5 days of on-site working, contributing to a culture dedicated to improving safety and performance in construction projects.

Qualifications

• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload.
• Able to work effectively to deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Assess and authorise permit requests for various work activities.
• Ensure accuracy of permit applications with relevant documents.
• Maintain a permit register and track permit statuses.
• Audit and monitor permit compliance with policies.