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
* Conduct legal research using platforms like Westlaw and Lexis.
* Draft essential legal documents such as Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Access Agreement templates.
* Manage documentation by filing, redacting, and extracting content to ensure confidentiality and legal compliance.
* Develop and maintain standard legal templates for internal use.
* Offer first-level support to the legal team on operational matters.
* Stay updated with legal developments by engaging in learning opportunities and reading relevant publications.
* Communicate efficiently across teams and departments.
* Contribute to organizational success by taking ownership of new tasks and identifying opportunities to add value.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field.
* 2–5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or in a similar legal support role.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is a plus.
* Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
* A problem-solving mindset with the ability to suggest and implement improvements.
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