Paralegal

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparation of corporate legal documents, letters, and certifications for the company and its local and international affiliates
• Assist the legal counsels in the resolution of all legal issues affecting the company and its local and international affiliates.
• Admin Hearing Panelist
• Various Contract Evaluations (CSA, parking, HR, vendor, etc.)
• Vendor Accreditation/Due Diligence
• Concerns about data privacy
• ISO
• Presents webinars on DPA, Labor, Compliance Code, and AMLA.
• Liaison with courts regarding SEnA and Small Claims
• Works with external lawyers to coordinate endorsed cases.
• Processing visa applications and work permits
• Correspondence with government agencies such as BIR, SEC, DOLE, BI, DFA, and BSP regarding the companies' reporting requirements.
• Complying with government registration requirements (SEC, IPO, etc.)
• Other tasks as assigned by the Immediate supervisor, such as legal support.

REQUIREMENTS:

Competencies:

• Good English communication skills (oral and written)
• Highly organized and with excellent multi-tasking skills
• Strong management skill
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Attentive to every details of a certain task/assignment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/College/Law Degree
• Law Graduate is an advantage
• At least two (2) years’ work experience
• Computer literate
• Experience in the banking or financial industry is an advantage