Paralegal - Construction (Singapore)

Clasis LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde & Co in Singapore seeks a Paralegal to support our Projects & Construction team with document production, legal research and knowledge management tasks for a diverse local and international client base.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of contentious and non-contentious matters, opportunity to develop matter management skills, and collaboration with partners, lawyers and secretaries across a global network.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Law or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated with initiative; able to work independently or in a team.
• Strong IT skills; experience with electronic disclosure platforms is advantageous.
• Solid research, problem-solving and organisational abilities.
• Experience with construction/infrastructure work and SOPA knowledge desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and market research related to a broad spectrum of contentious and non-contentious practice areas
• Assist lawyers and secretaries with matter coordination, filings and hearing preparation, and business development
• Conduct large document reviews and proofreading
• Prepare chronologies, hearing bundles, document indexes, summaries and other case management materials
• Monitor updates and assist with court and tribunal filings on eLitigation and related platforms
• Support document production, including scanning, e-discovery and electronic bundling, and binding large volumes of matter correspondence and documentation
• Support internal knowledge management initiatives, including maintenance of precedents and matter know-how databases, and helping to administer subscriptions and access to relevant legal and market information and databases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

English communication

Independent / team player

IT skills

Research skills

Education

Diploma in Law or equivalent

Tools

Electronic disclosure platform

Job description

Job requirements

Due to ongoing growth and consistent workflow, we are currently seeking a Paralegal to support our Projects & Construction team with document production, legal research and ad-hoc knowledge management tasks. 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 and market research related to a broad spectrum of contentious and non-contentious practice areas
• Assisting lawyers and secretaries with matter coordination, filings and hearing preparation, and business development
• Conducting large document reviews and proof reading
• Preparing chronologies, hearing bundles, document indexes, summaries and other case management materials
• Monitoring updates and assisting with court and tribunal filings on eLitigation and other related platforms
• Supporting document production, including scanning, e-discovery and electronic bundling, and binding large volumes of matter correspondence and documentation
• Supporting internal knowledge management initiatives, including maintenance of precedents and matter know-how databases, and helping to administer subscriptions and access to relevant legal and market information and databases.

Candidate profile

• Educated to Diploma in Law level, or local or foreign equivalent qualification
• Excellent attention to detail, able to manage competing priorities, and work effectively with tight timelines
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated, with proven initiative and ability to work independently or collaboratively as required within a team environment
• Strong IT skills, previous use of an electronic disclosure platform would be advantageous
• Strong research, problem-solving and organisation skills
• Prior experience with construction and infrastructure work, including familiarity with Security of Payment Act (SOPA) regime is desirable but not essential.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 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.

Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our 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.