Junior Legal Assistant

RISE is on a mission to accelerate internet for the Philippines by providing excellent services and high-quality support to our business and wholesale partners. We focus on the efficiency of connectivity through initiatives like GetaFIX and Open Access Network, ensuring we maintain a benchmark for reliability and installation speed. Our culture is built on transparency and ownership, where team members are encouraged to exceed expectations and advance the country’s digital landscape together.

The Junior Paralegal provides assistance to the legal department in various business transactions such as but not limited to visa processing, organizing and maintaining contract records systems as well as preparing standard contract documents.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondences
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information on Philippine laws and regulations
• Assist in drafting and reviewing routine legal documents and correspondence
• Prepare and file legal documents with relevant Philippine government agencies (e.g., BIR, DOLE, BI, SEC, etc.)
• Assist with visa processing and other immigration-related matters for foreign employees
• Support the legal team in corporate governance matters, including board meetings and minutes
• Coordinate with external legal counsel and government agencies as needed
• Perform other administrative and legal support tasks as assigned
• Assist in Corporate Housekeeping tasks
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Management, Paralegal Studies, or related field
• Proven experience as a Paralegal, preferably in a corporate or legal setting
• Strong understanding of Philippine laws and legal procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Filipino
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with visa processing and immigration procedures is a plus
  
  
  

Join the mission!

Be part of a growing mission-oriented business that requires new leaders who are proficient, proactive, and direct. Be rewarded with great colleagues, a supportive environment, a competitive salary, and a compensation package that includes HMO for you and your family. Flex time is offered for some roles and your teammates will be there to help as you further hone your skills and accomplish responsibilities. Make a difference and grow with us.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.