Paralegal

Mammoet; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 5,00,000 - 8,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction firm in Mumbai is looking for an In-House Paralegal to join its legal team. The successful candidate will manage legal documentation, ensure compliance with corporate governance, and assist legal counsel in various tasks. Qualifications include a degree in Paralegal Studies and at least 2 years of experience in a corporate environment. Candidates should possess strong organizational, writing, and communication skills, along with knowledge of legal procedures and corporate law. This is an opportunity to be part of a diverse team committed to personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal in a corporate environment.
• Familiarity with corporate law and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in corporate secretarial functions.

Responsibilities

• Review and file legal documents including board resolutions.
• Assist with board meetings and corporate events.
• Maintain and organize legal files ensuring accessibility.
• Communicate with stakeholders involved in legal matters.
• Manage schedules and deadlines for the legal team.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing and scanning.
• Provide corporate secretarial support including preparing board meeting agendas.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent persuasive skills

Legal terminology knowledge

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Paralegal Studies/Corporate secretarial or related field

Paralegal certification from an accredited institution

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

In House Paralegal (Mammoet India)

Working Location: Mumbai, India

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented In-House Paralegal to join our legal team. The successful candidate will assist in-house legal counsel in managing legal documentation, record keeping, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance. This role requires excellent persuasive skills, attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and a strong understanding of legal procedures and terminology.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Review and file legal documents such as board resolutions and key corporate documents.
• Assist legal counsel with board meetings, shareholder meetings, and other corporate events.
• Maintain and organize legal files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and accessible.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external parties involved in legal matters.
• Manage and coordinate schedules, appointments, and deadlines for the legal team.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, copying, and scanning documents.
• Stay updated on changes in corporate secretarial framework with respect to the corporation's operations in various jurisdictions in the Middle East and Asia Pacific region.
• Provide corporate secretarial support, including preparing board meeting agendas, minutes, and resolutions with notarisation/Apostille and ministry/embassy attestation as required.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and maintain statutory records.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders such as auditors, regulators, liquidators and shareholders.
• Support the legal team in managing corporate transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.

What You’ll Need

• Qualified in Paralegal Studies/Corporate secretarial or a related field.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a paralegal, preferably in an in-house legal department or corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.Experience in corporate secretarial functions and knowledge of corporate governance.
• Familiarity with corporate law and regulatory compliance in a multinational context.

What You’ll Get

• Be part of our values - Love the work, Result Count, Take Care, Be Responsible, and Perform as a Team.
• We are a global team of diverse colleagues who share a passion for excellence and have a culture of trust and empowerment to make our own ideas a reality.
• We focus on personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

• Take a look at mammoet.com