Paralegal (12 months Contract)

Overview

We are seeking a Paralegal to support the in-house Legal department on a fixed-term basis, covering a period of maternity leave. Beyond day-to-day administrative support, this role offers exposure to real legal and corporate matters, working closely within-house counsel across property, corporate compliance, and cross-border transactions.

Job Description

• Provide legal and administrative support to the Legal department, including invoice processing, contract filing, and document management
• Assist with drafting and formatting basic legal correspondence, letters, and simple documents under counsel's guidance
• Conduct preliminary document review and organise supporting materials for contracts, agreements, and corporate filings
• Support due diligence and compliance exercises, including compiling and cross-checking documentation
• Liaise with external law firms, company secretaries, and internal stakeholders to track document flow, signatures, and deadlines
• Assist with basic legal research on an ad-hoc basis, under supervision
• Maintain confidentiality of commercially and legally sensitive information
• Support other legal and corporate administrative matters as required

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Law & Management, Legal Executive Studies, Paralegal Studies, or equivalent
• At least 2-3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal clerk, or legal secretary preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and handle confidential information with discretion
• Good written and verbal communication skills; interest in developing further exposure to corporate/commercial legal work is a plus