Contracts Specialist

Crawford and Company; Iloilo City; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Crawford and Company in Iloilo City, Philippines, seeks a Paralegal to support contract drafting, renewals, and addenda, and to review client redlines with attorneys.

The position requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of business experience, preferably in a legal setting, with strong writing and proofreading skills.

Candidates should have excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities and be self-motivated to meet deadlines under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• At least 3 years business experience preferably in a legal setting.
• Paralegal certificate or degree required.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and team-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Excellent computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares new and renewal contracts.
• Prepares addenda when original contract has been executed.
• Reviews redlines received from clients and highlights areas of concern for attorney.
• Prioritizes work depending on importance and deadlines.
• Participates in Special Projects as assigned by Director.
• Upholds Crawford Code of Business Ethics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Proofreading

Written communication

Phone skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Paralegal certificate or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prepares new and renewal contracts; prepares addenda when original contracts have been executed; reviews redlines received from clients to assist attorney.

Responsibilities

• Prepares new and renewal contracts.
• Prepares addenda when original contract has been executed.
• If an agreement is categorized as "large and special" starts the review process; tracks and monitors with internal departments. Maintains a log of pending contracts, as requested.
• Prioritizes work depending on importance, rushes, contract principal requirements, etc.
• Reviews redlines received from clients and highlights areas of concern for attorney.
• Participates in Special Projects and performs other duties as assigned by Director.
• Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Ethics as all times.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years business experience preferably in a legal setting.
• Familiarity with general insurance vocabulary is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Crawford corporate structure, products, services, home office and regional office processes, policies and procedures is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent telephone, writing and proofreading skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Paralegal certificate or degree.
• Must compete continuing education requirements as outlined by Crawford Educational Services.