📄 Role Overview
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join our legal operations team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of legal functions, supporting documentation, compliance, research, and interdepartmental coordination. If you have a legal background and a passion for efficient legal processes, this role is for you.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
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Conduct legal research using platforms like Westlaw and Lexis.
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Draft essential legal documents such as Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Access Agreement templates.
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Manage documentation by filing, redacting, and extracting content to ensure confidentiality and legal compliance.
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Develop and maintain standard legal templates for internal use.
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Offer first-level support to the legal team on operational matters.
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Stay updated with legal developments by engaging in learning opportunities and reading relevant publications.
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Communicate efficiently across teams and departments.
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Contribute to organizational success by taking ownership of new tasks and identifying opportunities to add value.
🎓 Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field.
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2–5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or in a similar legal support role.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is a plus.
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Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
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A problem-solving mindset with the ability to suggest and implement improvements.
