Paralegal Assistant

The SSI Group is the Philippines' largest specialty retailer, with an established brand portfolio that includes some of the world's most recognized international brands. We lead the country's specialty retail market through the size and breadth of our brand portfolio and store network, with 96 brands and 555 stores. With our growing e-commerce presence, we are also the Philippine specialty retailer with the most diverse and extensive e-commerce offering. Our unique brand portfolio covers a wide range of specialty and lifestyle concepts, spanning the luxury, casual and fast fashion, beauty, footwear, home and restaurant categories. JOIN OUR TOP CALIBER TEAM! PARALEGAL ASSISTANT Duties and Responsibilities
1. Assist in the drafting, proofreading, and editing of legal documents such as briefs,
contracts, and correspondence
2. Assist in the finalization of legal documents and contracts
3. Provide paralegal assistance, administrative assistance to the legal counsels
4. Maintain and organize company's legal files, documents, and exhibits in both electronic
and physical formats.
5. Assist in the preparation of company projects, requests and responses including
document production and review
6. Assist in filing and delivery of monthly mandatory governmental reports
7. Take a lead role in all things secretarial, clerical, and paralegal-related practices
8. Monitor the issuance of secretary certificates and ensure compliance with relevant legal
requirements.
9. Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars,
answering phones, and processing of external law firms' billing
10. Stay informed about changes in relevant laws, regulations, and legal practices
11. Conduct research, particularly legal updates applicable to the industry of the company
12. Perform other tasks that may be assigned and delegated by the immediate superior
Qualifications
1. Bachelor's College Degree, Bachelor of Laws or units in Law are an advantage
2. Minimum one (1) year work experience
3. Prior work experience as a Paralegal is an advantage
4. Organized, ethical, keen on details, self-motivated, and with the ability to perform well
with minimal supervision in a fast paced and target-driven environment
5. Great written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills
6. Proficient in MS Office applications