Paralegal (Commercial Contracts & Legal Support) - Work from Home/Dayshift

Overview

A global organization in the mining and construction sector is seeking a Paralegal to provide essential legal and contract administration support to an Australian-based commercial team. This role involves working on commercial agreements, contract management, compliance, and legal documentation within a structured and collaborative environment. It offers comprehensive training and long-term growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage commercial contracts and related documentation
• Review and process Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and other confidentiality agreements
• Assist with contract approvals, variations, departures, and document control
• Support commercial contract management processes across mining and construction-related projects
• Review legal notices and correspondence from external law firms
• Maintain accurate and compliant contract registers, legal records, and documentation systems
• Provide clerical and administrative legal support to the commercial team
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure documentation accuracy and timely processing
• Contribute to improving internal contract workflows, document control, and compliance processes
• Perform other position-level duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related discipline
• At least 3 years of experience in a paralegal, commercial legal support, contract administration, or similar legal support role
• Demonstrated experience in contract drafting, document review, and legal administration
• Exposure to commercial contracts within the mining, construction, engineering, industrial, or related sectors is advantageous
• Experience supporting international or Australian-based commercial teams is preferred
• Strong understanding of contract management, document control, legal registers, approvals, variations, and compliance documentation processes
• Excellent written English communication skills, with the ability to accurately review, draft, and manage legal and commercial documentation
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills when managing contracts, registers, correspondence, and compliance records
• Ability to liaise professionally with internal stakeholders, external law firms, and commercial teams
• Ability to work independently within an offshore support model aligned with international business hours

Compensation & Benefits

• Work from home arrangement
• Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Philippine Time (adjustments for daylight saving time)
• Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage including 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements
• Government-mandated benefits
• Work from home allowances
• Opportunities to work with leading companies in Australia and beyond
• Training programs for career development
• Company outings, team activities, and wellness sessions
• Supportive and inclusive work culture
• Dedicated management focused on employee growth and success

Location

Remote work based in the Philippines, supporting an Australian-based commercial team with hours aligned to international business schedules.