Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Job Title: Paralegal / Legal AssistantLocation: Remote roleDuration: 9 monthsWe are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support a time-sensitive, cross-border legal initiative. This role will provide project coordination and transactional support to the Legal team, ensuring smooth management of workstreams, stakeholder communication, and contract execution activities under attorney supervision.The ideal candidate will have experience supporting commercial contracting processes, managing legal documentation, and coordinating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesUnder attorney supervision, the selected candidate will:Coordinate and monitor project timelines, deliverables, and outstanding action items.Maintain project trackers and provide regular status updates to legal and business stakeholders.Assist with drafting, reviewing, and circulating commercial contracts and related legal documents.Collaborate with business stakeholders during contract negotiations to collect feedback and track revisions.Schedule and coordinate meetings and negotiation calls across multiple global time zones.Manage document control processes, including version tracking, comment matrices, and execution copies.Support contract execution activities and ensure fully executed agreements are properly stored and maintained.Help facilitate communication between legal, business, and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.Required QualificationsParalegal certificate, associate degree, or equivalent professional experience.Minimum 3 years of experience in a paralegal, legal operations, or legal project coordination role.Experience supporting commercial contracting activities under attorney supervision.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with exceptional attention to detail.Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.Comfortable managing responsibilities across global teams and time zones.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Preferred AttributesHighly dependable and organized.Proactive in tracking issues, deadlines, and next steps.Strong problem-solving and coordination skills.Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.Practical and professional communication style.