Legal Assistant

About PetLab Co.

PetLab Co. is recognized as the fastest-growing pet supplement company worldwide, founded in 2018 and achieving 9-figure revenue last year. We serve a devoted community of pet parents and have positively touched the lives of over 1.5 million dogs with our pioneering products. Our dynamic and customer-focused team values high achievers and offers a fertile environment for career growth, especially for enthusiastic animal lovers.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to provide essential administrative and operational support to our legal team and Data Protection Officer. Reporting to the Director of Risk and Operational Readiness, you will help ensure efficient workflows and maintain the company's compliance with legal standards, enabling the team to manage complex regulatory matters and propel PetLab Co.'s advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support legal and data privacy experts with administrative duties across diverse projects.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and prioritize deadlines effectively in a changing environment.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in solving problems and enhancing processes.
• Use Microsoft Office tools for document drafting and organizational tasks.
• Maintain professionalism and integrity in all interactions.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-focused, and excels in structured yet fast-paced settings. Excellent communication, multitasking capability, and team collaboration skills are essential. You should be resourceful, adaptable, and proactive at anticipating challenges and delivering high-quality outcomes with proper follow-up.

Requirements

• Qualification: Degree in Business, Legal Studies, or related field, or 2-3 years of pertinent corporate experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and eager to learn new software.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging and actively listen.
• Keen attention to detail ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with forward planning to optimize time use.
• Accountable and reliable, completing tasks thoroughly.
• Flexible and positive demeanor when facing change.
• Proactive in problem identification and solution proposal.
• Effective management of competing deadlines with respect for others' schedules.
• Collaborative team player contributing to collective goals.

What We Offer

• Private Health Care via Vitality.
• 28 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (Help@Hand).
• Royal London Pension Scheme with employer contribution of 5%.
• Enhanced parental and adoption leave.
• Nursery Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Generous budget for professional learning and development.
• Annual puppy therapy sessions in partnership with Paws in Work.
• Complimentary breakfast, fruits, and snacks in the office.
• Pet-friendly working environment.
• Life assurance offering a tax-free lump sum of four times basic salary upon death during employment.
• Discount vouchers and gym memberships through WellHub.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with savings of 30-40%.
• Extra paid volunteer day with a £50 charity contribution.
• Health cash benefit providing cashback for health expenses like dental care.

Additional Information

This is a permanent position based in the UK with a hybrid work model requiring three days per week in our central London office near Tower Hill. The salary can be up to £33,000 annually, including bonuses and benefits. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Diversity & Inclusion

PetLab Co. is dedicated to equal opportunity employment, embracing diversity across gender, race, orientation, religion, age, nationality, marital status, and disability. We believe diversity promotes innovation and invite candidates from all backgrounds to join our family.