Play a pivotal role in supporting the expanding ANZ Legal team and report to the Director and Managing Counsel - ANZ.
Administer the ServiceNow legal ticketing intake for the ANZ region.
Review, redline, and finalize NDAs, Amendments, and service agreements; draft legal documents from templates under manager direction.
Coordinate signatures for contracts, prepare initial drafts, validate redlined or executed agreements, and proofread contracts.
Draft legal correspondence and conduct legal research to support attorneys and contract analysts.
Track and monitor transaction status and coordinate routing of legal documents to relevant stakeholders.
Work closely with internal business partners and collaborate with the Global Legal department and other functional areas to facilitate timely transaction closures.
Maintain the contract template library and coordinate the translation of all templates.
Utilize CMS systems, Adobe Sign, and Adobe Acrobat DC, including fillable PDF forms; demonstrate proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Assist with company secretarial duties for ANZ operations (e.g., annual filings/returns).
Requirements
A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Paralegal (or equivalent), either in a law firm or top tier corporate environment.
Australian residency required.
Fluency in written and spoken business English is required.
Demonstrated ability to fulfill all essential duties and responsibilities.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent judgment and sound decision-making.
High integrity and a strong sense of responsibility in legal matters.
Professional and effective interpersonal skills with all levels of personnel, including senior executives.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Capacity to manage multiple priorities with a proactive, collegial, and adaptable approach.
Self-motivated and disciplined, with the flexibility to reprioritize in a dynamic environment.
Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
Outgoing, confident, and positive attitude, with a sense of humour.
Technologically adept.
Demonstrated proficiency in the MS Office Suite (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Experience with CMS systems, Adobe Sign, and Adobe Acrobat DC, including experience with fillable PDF forms and form creation.
Experience assisting with company secretarial duties for ANZ operations (e.g., annual filings/returns).