Corporate Legal Assistant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical aid contributions

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Corporate Legal Assistant for a fully remote role within a corporate legal department. You will provide administrative and paralegal support to counsel, manage corporate records, and coordinate legal processes in a virtual work environment.

The ideal candidate has prior Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience in corporate law, strong governance knowledge, and excellent communication and detail orientation to thrive in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in corporate law.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management software.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and filing of corporate legal documents and filings.
• Manage and maintain corporate minute books, registers, and other statutory records.
• Support legal counsel in drafting and reviewing corporate agreements and contracts.
• Coordinate meetings, track deadlines, and manage calendars for the legal team.
• Conduct preliminary legal research and gather relevant information for legal matters.

Skills

Paralegal

Corporate law

Organizational skills

Remote collaboration

Microsoft Office

Tools

Document management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and motivated Corporate Legal Assistant to join their remote-based legal department. This role is essential for providing administrative and paralegal support to corporate counsel, ensuring the smooth functioning of the legal team. You will be involved in managing corporate records, assisting with legal documentation, and coordinating legal processes. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently in a virtual work environment. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal function.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and filing of corporate legal documents and filings.
• Manage and maintain corporate minute books, registers, and other statutory records.
• Support legal counsel in drafting and reviewing corporate agreements and contracts.
• Coordinate meetings, track deadlines, and manage calendars for the legal team.
• Conduct preliminary legal research and gather relevant information for legal matters.
• Handle correspondence and communicate with internal departments and external parties.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in corporate law.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management software.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Contribution towards medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.