Paralegal (12 months Contract)

SINGAPORE SHIPPING AGENCIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SINGAPORE SHIPPING AGENCIES PTE. LTD. is seeking a Paralegal for a fixed-term maternity cover to support the in-house Legal department. The role involves administrative duties, drafting basic documents, and coordinating with counsel across corporate matters.

You will handle document management, due diligence support, and liaise with external law firms while maintaining confidentiality. Prior paralegal experience and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Law & Management, Legal Executive Studies, Paralegal Studies, or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of experience as paralegal, legal clerk, or legal secretary preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good written and verbal communication; able to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative support to the Legal department, including invoice processing, contract filing, and document management.
• Assist with drafting and formatting basic legal correspondence, letters, and simple documents under counsel's guidance.
• Conduct preliminary document review and organise supporting materials for contracts, agreements, and corporate filings.
• Support due diligence and compliance exercises, including compiling and cross-checking documentation.
• Liaise with external law firms, company secretaries, and internal stakeholders to track document flow, signatures, and deadlines.
• Assist with basic legal research on an ad-hoc basis, under supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality of commercially and legally sensitive information.
• Support other legal and corporate administrative matters as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Degree/Diploma in Law & Management, Legal Executive Studies, Paralegal Studies, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Paralegal to support the in-house Legal department on a fixed-term basis, covering a period of maternity leave. Beyond day-to-day administrative support, this role offers exposure to real legal and corporate matters, working closely within-house counsel across property, corporate compliance, and cross-border transactions.

Job Description

• Provide legal and administrative support to the Legal department, including invoice processing, contract filing, and document management
• Assist with drafting and formatting basic legal correspondence, letters, and simple documents under counsel's guidance
• Conduct preliminary document review and organise supporting materials for contracts, agreements, and corporate filings
• Support due diligence and compliance exercises, including compiling and cross-checking documentation
• Liaise with external law firms, company secretaries, and internal stakeholders to track document flow, signatures, and deadlines
• Assist with basic legal research on an ad-hoc basis, under supervision
• Maintain confidentiality of commercially and legally sensitive information
• Support other legal and corporate administrative matters as required

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Law & Management, Legal Executive Studies, Paralegal Studies, or equivalent
• At least 2-3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal clerk, or legal secretary preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and handle confidential information with discretion
• Good written and verbal communication skills; interest in developing further exposure to corporate/commercial legal work is a plus