Legal Assistant

At Near, we help top talent in Latin America find remote roles with US companies. Our mission is to create better lives by fostering a remote work culture that transcends borders.

This role is with our client, a distinguished institution with over 30 years of expertise in offering advanced graduate programs in Psychology, Education, and Business. They provide innovative hybrid and online formats tailored for working professionals, aiming to support their career growth and personal advancement.

About the Position

They are looking for a Legal Assistant for its internal Legal Affairs team. You would be working with in-house counsel and others on the legal affairs team. Significant prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is essential for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Regulatory compliance
• Legal assistance
• Legal calendaring
• Document drafting and review

Qualifications, Skills and Key Competencies:

• Regulatory compliance experience
• Legal assistance or paralegal experience
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Relevant degree or certification

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications ranging from $18,000-$24,000 US dollars per year. Please note that the final salary offer may vary based on the candidate's seniority, specific skill set, and performance throughout the evaluation and interview process.
• U.S. holidays - including the entire week of American Thanksgiving and two weeks during Christmas and New Year's
• A dynamic and inclusive workplace environment

This is a fully remote job as a contractor