Paralegal Officer

The Paralegal Officer is involved in comprehensive management and monitoring of SLMC’s legal cases, documents, and contract compliance, alongside coordination with internal and external teams. His/her responsibilities include document preparation, court support, and effective communication on legal matters. He/she is required to conduct compliance training and managing financial processes related to legal services.

Job Description:

● Monitors cases involving SLMC entities before courts, government, and regulatory bodies, handled by External Counsels and the Legal and Compliance Group; ensures trackers are updated.

● Monitors filing deadlines and submission requirements to courts, government, and regulatory bodies, and provides reminders to internal/external counsels as needed.

● Reviews and drafts legal documents, memos, pleadings, and other written materials as necessary.

● Studies cases and prepares reports as assigned by the Head or lawyers of the Legal and Compliance Group.

● Collaborates with lawyers to prepare cases for court, including organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, and gathering case materials.

● Communicates with external counsels to provide/request case updates and address concerns and inquiries.

● Coordinates with individuals or units related to cases handled by the Legal and Compliance Group to gather information and necessary documents.

● Assists SLMC parties during court hearings.

● Collates and prepares documents for the Legal and Compliance Group.

Job Requirement:

• Graduate of any four-year course (secretarial course or any bachelor’s degree)
• At least with two-year work experience as Paralegal
• Computer Literate (MS Office Applications)
• Above average interpersonal skills, able to interact with people from different backgrounds.
• Excellent formal writing and verbal communication skills.
• Resourcefulness in online research.
• Attentive to details and organized.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with government agencies.

Work Set-up:

• Onsite
• Day Shift; Monday - Friday
• Willing to work in Quezon City & Global City