Legal Assistant / Paralegal – In-House (1-2 Years Experience)

Our client is a is a multinational corporation (MNC) that specializes in supply chain and logistics industry. They are currently seeking a talented and dedicated Paralegal to join our in-house legal team.

This role will work closely with our in-house legal team to provide comprehensive legal support to our business units across various functions. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience working as a legal assistant/paralegal, preferably in a corporate setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their legal career in a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in-house attorneys with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various types of contracts, including but not limited to service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various topics such as corporate law, compliance, and regulatory matters, and prepare memoranda summarizing findings.
• Support the legal team in managing and organizing the company’s corporate records, including minute books, corporate filings, and entity formation documents.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of legal templates and forms to ensure consistency across the organization.
• Coordinate with various business units to gather information and documentation necessary for legal matters and transactions.
• Assist in managing the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademark registrations and renewals.
• Support internal compliance initiatives, including the implementation and maintenance of legal policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Monitor and track legal and regulatory updates relevant to the company’s industry and operations, and communicate updates to the legal team and relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with litigation support, including document review, preparation of discovery responses, and maintenance of case files.
• Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned by the in-house attorneys.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of paralegal experience, preferably in a corporate or in-house legal department setting.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal research tools (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis).
• Familiarity with corporate governance, contract law, intellectual property, and compliance matters.
• A proactive and self-motivated work ethic, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Interested candidates, please send your CV through Apply Now or to the email address shown in the company overview. For more suitable opportunities in your specialised industry, please visit our website at www.lauriswalton.com.