Paralegal Specialist

1 month ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Diligent Full time
About Us

Diligent is a global leader in modern governance, providing innovative SaaS solutions across governance, risk, compliance, audit, and ESG. Our mission is to empower leaders with the technology, insights, and connections they need to drive greater impact and accountability.

We are a dynamic and agile organization, with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration. Our employees are passionate, smart, and creative individuals who want to make a positive impact and help build the software company of the future.

Job Overview

We are seeking a talented and experienced Paralegal to join our APAC legal team. The successful candidate will assist with contract administration, employment matters, and provide support to the Commercial Legal team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review and interpret contracts and other legal documents as requested by the Commercial Legal team.
  • Drafting documents using in-house templates and managing templates to ensure the most recent versions are being utilized.
  • Interact with internal business partners and provide subject matter expertise on contracts administration-related issues.
  • Process documents for signatures via DocuSign and track outstanding legal items for the team.
  • Scanning, filing, and organizing documents, as well as providing general legal support on an as-needed basis.
  • Assist with corporate governance and entity maintenance within APAC.
Requirements
  • 3-4 years' experience with contract administration, with a strong emphasis on software agreements.
  • Fluency in Chinese and Japanese is a plus.
  • Multinational experience in APAC is highly desirable.
  • Ability to read and understand contractual terms, with strong experience in reviewing and amending agreements.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to be flexible to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and good analytical skills.
  • Experience in assisting and providing support for employment matters with legal counsel.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft O365, Salesforce, DocuSign, and legal software.
  • Familiarity with APAC regulations and data protection work applicable to tech companies.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage comfortably at all levels with internal clients, both within APAC and internationally.
What We Offer
  • A dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for growth and development.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
  • A global community of like-minded professionals, with access to training and development opportunities.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees.

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