Description
We are seeking a passionate, self-driven Senior Legal Assistant to join our E&I practice in Seoul. This role is designed for a high-calibre candidate interested in developing a career as an England & Wales qualified solicitor. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of qualified lawyers, gaining substantive work experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal and market research
- Draft documents
- Assist with due diligence
- Support transactions and cases
- Handle client matters
- Gain exposure to different areas of legal practice
- Participate in professional development and training
- Perform other tasks as requested by qualified lawyers
Key Requirements:
- 1+ year of work experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in finance or transaction work
- Excellent academic background
- Proficiency in English and Korean
- Strong legal analysis and drafting abilities
- Commercial awareness
- Motivation to qualify as a solicitor in England & Wales
- Ability to handle UK trainee-level responsibilities
- Long-term interest in the relevant practice
- Experience in a top-tier firm is advantageous
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
- Proactive and enthusiastic approach
- Flexibility to take on different types of work and mandates
- Ability to work well under pressure as a team player
Employment Status:
- This position is a 1 or 2-year fixed-term contract with potential for extension.
Technical Skills:
- None listed.
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