Commercial Paralegal (Remote)

About the role

Teams Squared, a team augmentation company connecting remote talent with global organisations, is seeking an experienced Commercial Paralegal to support a Principal Solicitor and their team. The role is primarily paralegal focused, covering drafting, document review, matter management and research across commercial matters, with some administrative support such as managing the Principal Solicitor's calendar and preparing meeting notes. Experience in the Australian legal system is highly desirable.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with a broad range of commercial law matters under the supervision of the Principal Solicitor.
• Prepare first drafts of commercial contracts, agreements, letters of advice, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Review and proofread contracts and legal documents for accuracy, consistency and completeness.
• Conduct legal research on commercial and corporate law issues and prepare clear research summaries.
• Assist with due diligence, including reviewing and summarising company records, contracts and other documents.
• Prepare and lodge company and business documentation, including ASIC forms and corporate records where applicable.
• Maintain accurate matter files, document records and deadlines in the firm's practice management system.
• Manage the Principal Solicitor's calendar, including scheduling client meetings, calls and key deadlines.
• Attend meetings and calls as required and prepare clear meeting notes and action items.
• Liaise with clients, external advisers and other stakeholders on matter progress and document requests.
• Provide general administrative support to keep matters and the Principal Solicitor's workload running smoothly.

Required profile

• Degree in Law, Legal Studies or Paralegal Studies, or an equivalent legal or paralegal diploma.
• Proven experience as a paralegal, ideally in a commercial law practice.
• Sound understanding of commercial contracts, corporate structures and common commercial transactions.
• Australian legal experience is highly desirable, particularly supporting Australian law firms or commercial clients.
• Experience managing calendars, scheduling and taking accurate meeting notes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a remote environment.

Required skills

• Legal drafting, document review and proofreading.
• Legal research and clear presentation of findings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365; Clio experience is highly advantageous, and other legal practice management software (e.g. LEAP, Actionstep) is a plus.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package paid in foreign currency.
• Fully remote work.
• Regular initiatives for training and professional development.