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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Paralegal |
| Position Code: | 752 | | Career Level: | 2 |
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Responsible for
Assists lawyers/legal counsel with the preparation of documents necessary to comply with federal, state and local regulations in the conduct of business activities. |
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Reports To
Lawyer, Legal Counsel, General Counsel. |
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Supervises
No supervisory responsibilities. |
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Main Activities
Researching and reporting on legislation and its effect across all parts of the business.
Coordinate the gathering of information from various departments in the preparation of contracts and other legal documents.
Drafting court documents.
Assists lawyers in the preparation of documentation for amendments, withdrawals, mergers and dissolutions of corporations or partnerships.
Ensuring the organisation is informed of new or proposed legislation and policy.
Analysing the organisation's legal and corporate risk and offering alternatives and recommendations as required.
Review certain contracts and other legal documents to ensure necessary provisions are contained therein.
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Key Skills
Knowledge of Corporations Law, Employment Law and Trade Practices Law.
Exposure to corporate mergers, acquisitions and general transactions.
Knowledge of general legal terminology and legal principles.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to analyse and review contracts and other legal documents.
Ability to negotiate effectively.
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Internal Contacts
Management, Legal Counsel, Lawyers. |
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External Contacts
Solicitors/Lawyers. |
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Typical Experience
At least 2 - 5 years experience working with a Corporate Lawyer coupled with a Bachelor of Laws and Business, Accounting or Economics Degree. |
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