Paralegal

Job Description

WPP is seeking a Paralegal/Company Secretarial Assistant to join their team in Amsterdam/Rotterdam. This role is based at either the Amsterdam campus or Rotterdam office. The Paralegal will play a key role in ensuring the compliance and efficient governance of WPP's Dutch subsidiaries. The candidate will work closely with the London-based Company Secretary and the CFO of WPP Netherlands Holding Companies.

Role Involves:

• Managing statutory registers and handling regulatory filings.
• Coordinating and documenting board meetings.
• Assisting with dissolutions, name changes, and dividend declarations.
• Providing support to WPP agencies, legal, tax, and treasury teams.
• Developing and refining templates and training materials.

Requirements:

• Relevant background with demonstrable experience in company secretarial work.
• Good understanding of Dutch company law, administration, and corporate governance principles.
• A commitment to continuous learning and a desire to further develop your drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach.
• Accounting/bookkeeping knowledge is beneficial.

What This Role Offers:

• Opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of diverse Dutch businesses.
• Invaluable experience within a world-renowned organization.
• A challenging and rewarding opportunity within a leading global organization.

WPP has adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week.