Legal Assistant - Wfh

Manpower Core Group Inc.; Mandaluyong; Remote; PHP 591,000 - 898,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (HMO)

Performance Incentives

Job Security and Stability

Paid Training

Inclusive Culture

Upskilling Opportunities

100% Work-From-Home

Supportive Team

Career Growth

Job summary

Manpower Core Group Inc. is seeking a Legal Assistant to start immediately. The role focuses on legal and administrative support, document management, and coordination with legal counsel. The ideal candidate has paralegal experience and strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, client communications, and tracking deadlines. This position offers 100% remote work with graveyard US hours and a focus on data security and professional discretion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting a legal team or executives.
• Background in a law firm or paralegal duties preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or certificate in paralegal studies, business admin, or related field.
• Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal (B2+).
• Familiarity with CRMs, case management tools (e.g., Clio, MyCase).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and organize legal documents such as contracts, NDAs, and memos.
• Store, manage, and maintain legal files and confidential case documents.
• Coordinate with legal counsel on case progress and requirements.
• Manage executives’ calendars, meetings, and international time zones.
• Monitor internal projects and organize company data.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related field

Tools

Clio

MyCase

Trelo / Asana

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

We are on the exciting mission of redefining the future of work for companies worldwide!

We are looking to be the one-stop shop for companies that are looking to build world-class teams & place their operations on autopilot.

And we’re looking for an Legal Assistant to start immediately!

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Legal & Administrative Support:

• Prepare, proofread, and organize legal documents such as contracts, NDAs, and memos.
• Store, manage, and maintain legal files and confidential case documents.
• Coordinate with legal counsel or firm staff on case progress and requirements.

Executive-Level Assistance:

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments across multiple time zones.
• Monitor internal projects, conduct team communications, and organize company or case data.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Client & Case Coordination:

• Manage legal or executive inboxes: reply to emails, follow up on correspondence, and flag priority messages.
• Conduct client communication via phone and email for scheduling, updates, and general inquiries.
• Assist in tracking case deadlines, hearing schedules, and deliverables.

Financial & Reporting Tasks:

Create and send client invoices, track payments, and record expenses.

Assist in preparing payroll and tracking billable hours.

Gather and synthesize data on trends, industry practices, and legal research for executive reports and presentations.

Travel & Logistics:

• Prepare detailed itineraries, book flights, hotels, and transportation for business or legal travel.
• Ensure all bookings align with client preferences and schedules.

CRM & Systems Management:

• Update and maintain data in CRMs and case or project management platforms.
• Support marketing and business development campaigns by organizing and inputting lead/client data.

Content & Communication Management:

• Upload documents or media to online platforms, maintain profiles, and manage online reputation.
• Create presentations and summarize documents for executive briefings.

Ad Hoc Tasks:

• Handle a variety of admin, operational, or legal-related support tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting C-level executives
• Background or experience working in a law firm or handling paralegal duties is highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or certificate in paralegal studies, business admin, or any related course (required)
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal (at least B2 level)
• Strong phone, email, and instant messaging communication skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Tech-savvy and experienced with cloud platforms, remote communication tools, and legal systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Gmail, Drive)
• Familiarity with CRMs, case management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase), or project tools (e.g., Trello, Asana) is a plus
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently
• Willing to work on a graveyard shift aligned with U.S. business hours

Technical Requirements:

• USB Headset with Noise Cancellation feature
• Working Webcam
• Computer with at least 1.8 GHz processor and at least 4GB RAM
• Main Internet Service Speed: at least 25 Mbps cable connection
• Backup Internet Service Speed: at least 10 Mbps

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (HMO)
• Performance Incentives
• Job Security and Stability
• Paid Training
• Inclusive Culture
• Upskilling Opportunities
• 100% Work-From-Home
• Exceptionally Supportive Team
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Fun Work Environment
• Holiday & Overtime Pay

Schedule: US work hours (20-40 hours per week)
Location: This is a remote job

Salary Package (with HMO):

• Entry Level (1-3 years of experience): Up to PHP 53,000
• Intermediate Level (3-5 years of experience): Up to PHP 64,000
• Expert Level (5+ years of experience): Up to PHP 80,500