Corporate Paralegal

CLYDE & CO CLASIS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Paralegal in Singapore to support its corporate practice. The role offers opportunities for engaging in diverse practice areas like corporate finance, TMT, and employment law, emphasizing a collaborative environment with strong support for professional growth.

Benefits

Discounted private health insurance

First-class family leave offering

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience, preferably in corporate and employment.
• Fluent in Mandarin (reading, writing, and oral).

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on corporate M&A and related areas.
• Draft and review legal documents including agreements and resolutions.
• Project management on corporate transactions across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Diploma in Law or equivalent

Job description

Job requirements

Due to ongoing growth and consistent workflow, we are currently seeking a Paralegal to support our Singapore-based corporate practice. The role presents a fantastic opportunity to join an international firm of industry experts, acting on behalf of a growing and diverse local and international client base.

Key responsibilities

• Conducting legal research related to a broad spectrum of non-contentious practice areas (in particular, corporate M&A, corporate finance, technology, media & telecom (TMT), corporate secretarial and employment / immigration);
• Preparing advice based on the legal research conducted;
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including agreements, resolutions, and policies;
• Conducting large document reviews and proof reading of materials; and
• Project management on corporate transactional / advisory matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Candidate profile

• Previous paralegal experience, preferably relating to corporate, TMT, intellectual property, and employment
• Educated to Diploma in Law level, or local or foreign equivalent qualification
• Excellent attention to detail and able to manage competing priorities and work with tight timelines
• Proven ability to work as part of a successful team
• Strong research and problem solving skills
• Proven initiative and ability to work independently
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in Mandarin (reading, writing and oral)

About Clyde & Co in the Asia Pacific Region

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering, and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

For more information, please visit www.clydeco.com

• Local law Joint venture in place

We offer a range of tailored benefits and support, including discounted private health insurance, first class family leave offering, and wellbeing initiatives.

How To Apply

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and progressive firm. If you are interested in this position, please submit your application which should include:

• Cover Letter
• CV/Resume

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