Paralegal
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title: Paralegal (Contract & Document Support)
Location: Remote South Africa
Work Hours: U.S. Central Time (approx. 4 PMMidnight SAST)
Employment Type: Full-time Contractor
About the Firm
A U.S.-based law firm specializing in contract work document preparation and legal administrative support. The firm is growing rapidly and seeking a reliable remote Paralegal to join its team. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with U.S. legal professionals on a variety of contract and document-related projects in a fast-paced detail-oriented environment.
Role Overview
The Paralegal will support the firms attorneys through meticulous document drafting proofreading and formatting using Microsoft Word. The role requires exceptional attention to detail strong English proficiency and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion. This is a long-term opportunity for a professional who takes ownership works efficiently under minimal supervision and maintains a high standard of quality in all deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
Draft edit and proofread legal documents contracts and agreements using Microsoft Word.
Perform advanced document formatting including tables numbering and cross-references.
Review and correct grammar structure and legal terminology for clarity and precision.
Maintain document version control and ensure compliance with firm standards.
Provide administrative legal support including correspondence and basic filings.
Manage sensitive client information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Collaborate with attorneys and internal team members to meet deadlines and implement feedback.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experience: 25 years as a paralegal legal assistant or document specialist.
Education: Bachelors degree in Law Legal Studies or related field preferred.
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word (styles formatting track changes and layout).
Language: Native or near-native English fluency (written and spoken).
Soft Skills: Highly organized proactive and detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
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