Legal Specialist

Buckland is looking for a Legal Specialist   What you’ll be doing The Legal Specialist supports the Legal Director in managing the Company’s day-to-day legal and compliance activities, including coordinating and tracking contracts, claims, and other legal matters. This role conducts legal research, prepares analyses and documentation, and maintains legal records and systems. The position also collaborates with internal stakeholders and external counsel to ensure efficient legal operations and timely, informed decision-making.   What we can offer you Competitive salary, benefits package, and matching retirement plan A friendly, collaborative work environment Opportunities for professional development & ongoing learning A chance to be part of a growing organization   You will be responsible for Provide day-to-day legal support to the Legal Director on assigned legal and compliance matters. Review legal documents, commercial agreements, customer claims, operational incidents, and other legal matters; conduct legal research; and prepare summaries, analyses, and recommendations. Draft, review, update, and maintain legal templates, forms, contracts, and other standard legal documentation, as assigned. Maintain the Company's legal repository, contract lifecycle records, legal trackers, document version control, and filing systems. Support the implementation and administration of corporate compliance initiatives, including policies, training, compliance documentation, and internal assessments. Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external legal counsel, and other third parties on assigned legal matters. Support the continuous improvement of legal and compliance processes, document management, templates, workflows, and reporting. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Legal Director.   What we need from you Law degree required 3+ years of relevant legal experience in an in-house legal department or law firm, with a focus on corporate law, commercial contracts, or related legal practice. Experience reviewing, drafting, and administering commercial contracts and legal documents. Experience supporting corporate compliance, legal operations, or related legal functions. Experience working in a multinational environment is preferred. Experience supporting companies or advising clients in the in logistics, customs brokerage, warehousing, or international trade industries is preferred. Strong knowledge of commercial contracts and general corporate legal matters. Solid legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal). Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Experience maintaining legal records, contract trackers, and version control is an asset. Ability to exercise sound judgment and appropriately identify matters requiring escalation. Ability to work independently while effectively managing assigned priorities under the direction of the Legal Director. High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information.