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Group Paralegal

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In this position you will....

provide paralegal support across a wide range of tasks to the Group Legal and the Company Secretarial function.

You will be responsible for…

  • Assisting Group lawyers to prepare documentation including legal advice, memorandums, presentations, and training
  • Reviewing and drafting legal documentation such as non-disclosure agreements, contract addendums/extensions and contract renewals and terminations
  • Conducting research and drafting reports and summaries of research
  • Managing small department/team projects and liaising and coordinating with external parties to follow up on business projects
  • Compiling, preparing, and maintaining proper files/records of relevant documentation such as Board papers, minutes, etc
  • Preparing and filing notices and documentation and supporting ‘know your customers’ due diligence processes
  • Supporting department and corporate record retention and maintenance including assisting with the design of department systems and processes
  • Assisting with system implementation and rollout
  • Maintaining the contract repository and other management information databases including assuring quality and completeness

For you to be successful…

We expect you to be able to demonstrate the following key competencies

Curious

  • Motivated and self-directed, identifying opportunities to grow and acquire new knowledge from a range of sources. Has a sound comprehension of relevant multi-discipline areas of expertise.
  • Is reflective, seeks feedback from others and leverages other sources of information (e.g., professional organizations, publications, proven practice) to identify appropriate areas for learning, unlearning and improvement.

Collaborative

  • Develops strategic relationships and networks across the organization and shares with others for mutual benefit
  • Manages conflict respectfully and effectively, provides constructive feedback and looks for/ proposes middle ground solutions.

Communication

  • Effective communicator; focused on interacting with, listening to & synthesizing others’ ideas.
  • Actively promotes a two-way feedback approach and champions the value this delivers

Adaptable

  • Is quick to adapt approach and act flexibly in response to changes in the strategic and/or operational direction of the organization
  • Manages multiple requirements in a positive and proactive manner adjusting approach to reach goals as required. Manages adversity well and adapts

You will require the following qualifications and skills

  • Law degree holder with prior experience gained from in-house role
  • Excellent senior stakeholder management and exceptional legal knowledge
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
  • Good time-management skills and able to thrive in a fast-pace setting
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft suite (e.g., Power Point, Excel, Word, MS Project)