Corporate Paralegal (43531)
Job Description
Our established client on the La Lucia Ridge is seeking a Corporate Paralegal who will be required to provide legal support and assistance to the Senior Legal Counsel. This includes contract and document management, general legal administration, company secretarial support, and some compliance and risk functions.
Contract and Document Management
- Draft, review, edit, and format standard legal documents (template-based), such as customer orders, corporate resolutions, and filings under supervision.
- Conduct initial contract reviews to highlight key issues and risks for Senior Legal Counsel.
- Support contract negotiations by preparing summaries, checklists, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks.
- Manage the full contract lifecycle, from template creation to execution and filing.
- Maintain accurate records and safe custody of contracts, legal files, and corporate documents.
- Keep template agreements and documents up to date.
- Support departments with reviews of supplier purchase orders.
- Provide administrative and legal support to the Senior Legal Counsel and Commercial team.
- Manage the Legal Inbox, ensuring proper filing and distribution.
- Maintain and update the Legal Tracker, assigning tasks and following through until closure.
- Keep databases and filing systems for contracts and onboarding documents updated daily.
- Ensure proper document naming conventions and coding in line with internal policies.
- Manage customer and supplier onboarding, liaising with internal teams and external parties.
- Assist with customer and supplier documentation, such as NDAs, service order forms, MSAs, and credit applications.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
- Handle ad hoc administrative tasks and simple contract-related queries (e.g., renewals, termination terms).
- Conduct legal research and monitor legislative/regulatory updates, reporting findings.
- Carry out other legal-related tasks as assigned.
Company Secretarial and Regulatory Support
- Assist with preparation of board meeting materials (agendas, minutes, board packs).
- Maintain company records and statutory registers, and support filings with regulatory bodies.
- Provide assistance with compliance registers and governance documentation.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information securely.
Compliance and Risk Support
- Support internal audits and due diligence activities.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance policies, procedures, and training.
- Identify and report compliance and legal risks relevant to the industry.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Work independently and collaboratively, taking ownership of tasks and deliverables.
- Support colleagues and liaise effectively across teams.
- Participate in required training and certification programs.
- Represent the business professionally and courteously at all times.
- Promote a positive, professional, and supportive working environment.
- Senior Legal Counsel and Commercial Department team members.
- Management and personnel across the organisation.
- External stakeholders, advisors, and service providers.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma/Certificate in Paralegal or Legal Studies (or equivalent).
- 3-5 years' experience as a paralegal or legal administrative assistant, preferably in a commercial law firm or in-house environment.
- Strong familiarity with commercial contracts.
- Telecommunications industry experience is an advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Office is essential.
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