Paralegal (Remote in Philippines) / 4 days ago

Overview

A Philippines-based Paralegal is needed to support the Legal Department of an organization with operations in both the U.S. and the Philippines. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role involves managing contract workflows, maintaining compliance records, and providing legal and administrative support under attorney supervision. The position is fully remote and requires working night shift hours to align with U.S. time zones.

Responsibilities

U.S. Legal Support

• Assist with review, redlining, and management of contracts related to U.S. operations, including federal and state grant programs, under attorney direction.
• Maintain the contract management system by tracking key dates, renewals, and deliverables.
• Support compliance monitoring and prepare compliance reports and documentation.
• Draft and maintain internal policies and procedures for U.S. operations for attorney review.
• Track filing deadlines and assist with U.S. tax compliance documentation (income, sales, unemployment, employer withholding, etc.).
• Prepare and submit registrations, permits, annual reports, and other corporate compliance filings.
• Coordinate with brokers and internal stakeholders regarding insurance coverage documentation for U.S. entities.
• Assist with document collection, organization, and fact-gathering for internal investigations.
• Assist with document collection and obtaining required signatures for procurements and proposals.
• Monitor and manage legal department tasks and requests through the organization’s ticketing or workflow management system, ensuring timely responses, appropriate assignment, follow-ups, and closure.
• Provide general litigation and corporate legal support as assigned by an attorney.

Philippines Legal Support

• Support employment law compliance and HR legal documentation in the Philippines.
• Prepare and manage business registration and regulatory filings for Philippines operations.
• Assist with tax compliance documentation and reporting for Philippine corporate and employment taxes.
• Track deadlines and maintain a compliance calendar for periodic filings, renewals, licenses, permits, and registrations.
• Draft and maintain internal policies tailored to the Philippines business unit for attorney review.
• Support insurance procurement and compliance documentation in the Philippines.
• Assist with document collection and fact-gathering for internal investigations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate; a law degree or legal studies background is a plus but not required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a similar legal support role.
• Must be located in the Philippines and able to work night shift hours to overlap with the U.S. team.
• Experience or formal education related to U.S. law is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with U.S. corporate compliance, contracts, or tax filings preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying issues and escalating them appropriately.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote U.S.-based team.
• Commitment to ethical, mission-driven legal work.

Compensation & Benefits

• Fully remote work environment with a flexible schedule.
• Opportunity to work for a growing, purpose-driven organization with national reach.
• Collaborative and values-driven team environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

Location

• This position is open to candidates based in the Philippines.
• Night shift hours are required to align with U.S. time zones.

Additional Information

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including criminal, prior employment, and education verification.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.