Paralegal and Document Controller

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

• perform effective legal document management, prompt tracking, traceability, and control of Legal documents;
• perform File Opening (Control Issuance of document numbers) and File Closing processes in respect of Legal working files ;
• Manage record keeping for all agreements, corporate documents, and other documentation, including hard copy and soft copy;
• assist in the Legal and compliance affairs, perform other ad-hoc tasks, and provide administrative and operational support to the Legal team;
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Drafting, proofreading and reviewing standard commercial agreements, corporate resolutions and other legal documents
• Perform litigation support functions, manage record keeping and filing of litigation documents.
• Support compliance work (e.g. KYC, basic due diligence, and internal records).

• Strong written and verbal Communication Skills
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Strong research and Analytical Skills
• Time management
• Be a team player but also able to work independently to resolve issues arising in areas of responsibility
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and a positive work attitude
• Eager to learn and receptive to feedback

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Law or Legal Studies
• Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience. Preferably in a Law Firm or in-house role, or experience in corporate secretarial matters
• IT savvy (MS Office, Outlook, etc)
• Strong proficiency in English
• Meticulous with strong initiative as well as the ability to multi-task and organize
• Excellent task management and organisational skills with an ability to prioritise while dealing with multiple requirements simultaneously