Remote Corporate Paralegal

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Fully remote work opportunity withflex

Comprehensive health and retirement

Learning and growth opportunities

Collaborative and tech-driven team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Corporate Paralegal to join its legal team in South Africa. The role is fully remote, supporting attorneys with corporate records, contract administration, and governance compliance within a distributed team.

Ideal candidates will have a paralegal qualification or equivalent corporate experience, proven paralegal work, and strong skills in governance and legal software. This position offers growth and a collaborative, tech-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Paralegal qualification or equivalent experience in a corporate legal setting is required.
• Proven experience as a Corporate Paralegal or similar role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and SA company law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain corporate records (minute books, share registers, filings).
• Draft/review corporate agreements and resolutions.
• Assist with documentation for mergers, acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
• Ensure compliance with corporate laws and regulations.
• Coordinate communication between legal, finance and other departments.
• Organize and manage legal documentation and databases.

Skills

Paralegal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Legal software

Document management

Education

Paralegal qualification or equivalent corporate experience

Tools

Legal software

Document management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and diligent Remote Corporate Paralegal to join their legal department. This position is entirely remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will provide essential support to attorneys by managing corporate records, assisting with contract administration, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements. This role is vital for maintaining the legal integrity and operational efficiency of the company's corporate structure, especially within a distributed team setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain corporate records, including minute books, share registers, and statutory filings.
• Assist in the drafting and review of corporate agreements and resolutions.
• Support attorneys in preparing documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate laws and regulations.
• Coordinate communication between legal, finance, and other departments.
• Manage and organize legal documentation and databases effectively.

Requirements

• Relevant paralegal qualification or equivalent experience in a corporate legal setting.
• Proven experience as a Corporate Paralegal or similar role.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and South African company law.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with legal software and document management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work opportunity with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Be part of a collaborative and technologically advanced legal team.