Paralegal

Averis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee the contract lifecycle, manage intellectual property portfolios, and provide legal support. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to important legal processes and gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract lifecycle from preparation to documentation.
• Assist in managing IP portfolios, including trademarks and patents.
• Collaborate with business units to ensure governance.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Management

IP Management

Education

Degree in a related field

Job description

Grow your career with us

At Averis, our purpose is to improve lives by developing resources sustainably. Our team plays a crucial role in realizing our vision to be a leading Global Business Solution (GBS) organization that supports our customers in creating value for the Community, Country, Climate, Customer, and Company.

Responsibilities

Job Description Summary

• Manage contract lifecycle from preparation, execution, to documentation
• Organize and track case files
• Maintain a library of standard legal templates
• Perform administrative functions and manage databases related to contracts

Detailed Job Description

Joining our team, you will be part of our success story, gaining experience that will shape your growth. Your responsibilities include:

Contracts Management

• Manage contract processes from start to finish
• Organize and track case files
• Maintain legal template library
• Handle administrative and database tasks related to contracts

Intellectual Property Management

• Assist in managing IP portfolios, including trademarks, patents, and IP enforcement across countries
• Coordinate filings, monitor correspondences and deadlines
• Conduct IP research
• Prepare declarations and evidence for IP litigation
• Build and maintain IP databases and files
• Coordinate with law firms and monitor deadlines for IP matters

Legal Support

• Assist with legal research
• Collaborate with business units, corporate functions, and overseas offices to ensure governance
• Track and manage legal expenses
• Participate in special tasks and projects as assigned

Additional Qualifications

To succeed, candidates should have:

• A degree in a related field
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential

By submitting your resume, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable laws. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 60 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. We may contact you for future opportunities. Thank you for considering a career with Averis.