Legal Assistant

SIDLEY AUSTIN SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SIDLEY AUSTIN SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a full-time legal assistant to support lawyers in the Capital Markets practice. The role involves handling due diligence, drafting simple documents under supervision, and assisting with closing transactions.

You will perform legal research under supervision, coordinate with parties on administrative matters, and contribute to a collaborative team while maintaining confidentiality and high accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Laws graduate or equivalent.
• Prior local or overseas experience in any transactional practice preferred but not a must.
• Proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct documentary and on-site due diligence processes.
• Draft simple legal documents under supervision.
• Handle closing and prepare closing documents.
• Perform legal research under supervision.
• Coordinate with different parties on administrative matters.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Due diligence

Closing documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

LL.B./LL.M. degree

Job description

Summary:

Full legal assistant responsibilities in supporting lawyers of the Capital Markets practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Legal Support

• Conduct documentary and on-site due diligence processes
• Draft simple legal documents under supervision
• Handle closing and prepare closing documents
• Perform legal research under supervision
• Coordinate with different parties on administrative matters
• Additional ad hoc tasks as required

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor or Master of Laws graduate or equivalent
• Prior local or overseas experience in any transactional practice preferred but not a must
• Proficient in English

Other Skills and Abilities:

In addition to the above, the following is also expected of the successful candidate:

• Good English writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good judgment with strong legal sense
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Well-developed analytical ability and problem-solving skills
• Works harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team
• A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job
• Exercises confidentiality and discretion