Paralegal Legal Assistant to Company Secretary
Paralegal Legal Assistant to Company Secretary
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Job Description
Paralegal / Legal Assistant to Company Secretary (12 month contract)
Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Paralegal / Legal Assistant to the Company Secretary to join our client on a 12month contract basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting their legal department and assisting with company secretarial duties.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in drafting reviewing and managing legal documents including contracts agreements and corporate governance documents.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on various matters providing summaries and recommendations to the legal team.
- Maintain corporate records including minutes resolutions and statutory registers.
- Assist in the preparation of board meeting agendas minutes and board packs.
- Coordinate and facilitate the execution of legal documents and agreements.
- Support compliance efforts by ensuring adherence to relevant laws regulations and corporate policies.
- Assist in liaising with external counsel clients and regulatory authorities as necessary.
- Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings managing correspondence and organizing files.
- Diary management for all affiliates AGM Board Meeting Audit and Risk Meetings.
Required Education Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Law Paralegal Studies Business Administration or related field / or having nearly completed (B Proc or LLB).
- Related compliance risk or governance qualification or certification.
- Project management experience.
- At least 2 (two) year’s postqualification experience or 5 years of experience in similar role.
- Previous experience working as a paralegal or company secretary preferred.
- Strong understanding of corporate law and company secretarial practices.
- Excellent drafting and writing skills with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
- Ability to prioritize tasks manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and relevant experience . Please include "Paralegal / Company Secretary 12month Contract" in the subject line of your email / application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Skills
#compliance #risk #corporategovernance #LLBdegree #law #legal #secretarial
Employment Type
Full Time
