Paralegal

Darryl, Edward & Co.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive allowance

Supportive environment

Broad exposure to corporate & commerce

Mentorship & training

Job summary

Darryryl, Edward & Co. invites a law student or law graduate to join our team for a six-month internship. You will work closely with our lawyers on corporate and commercial matters, drafting and reviewing contracts, and supporting due diligence and meetings.

Ideal candidates have excellent English communication skills, attention to detail, and a keen interest in developing practical legal skills in a professional setting in Kuala Lumpur.

Qualifications

• Law student or law graduate (pending chambering/admission).
• Excellent written and spoken English; Mandarin advantageous but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and communication skills.
• Interest in corporate and commercial legal work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and organizing contractual and legal documentation.
• Undertake legal research and prepare summaries or reports on corporate and commercial law.
• Support senior lawyers in meetings, due diligence, and transactional work.
• Maintain and update client files, correspondence, and matter status trackers.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external parties under supervision.

Education

Law student or law graduate

Job description

About the Role

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our lawyers on a diverse range of corporate and commercial matters while developing practical legal skills in a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and organizing contractual and legal documentation.
• Undertake legal research and prepare summaries or reports on various areas of corporate and commercial law.
• Support senior lawyers in preparing for meetings, due diligence exercises, and other transactional work.
• Maintain and update client files, correspondence, and matter status trackers.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and, where required, external parties under supervision.

Requirements

• Candidate must be a law student or a law graduate (pending chambering or admission).
• Able to commit to a minimum term of six (6) months.
• Excellent written and spoken command of English; Mandarin is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Interest in developing proficiency in corporate and commercial legal work.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive allowance commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to a broad spectrum of corporate and commercial transactions.
• Opportunity for mentorship and training.