Philippines-Based Paralegal (Remote, Night Shift)

We are seeking a Philippines-based Paralegal to support our Legal Department, reporting directly to the General Counsel. This role involves managing contract workflows, maintaining compliance records, and providing high-quality legal and administrative support under attorney supervision. This is a fully remote position working night shift hours to align with U.S. operations.

Key Responsibilities:

U.S. Legal Support

• Assist with the review, redlining, and management of contracts relating to U.S. operations, including federal and state grant programs, under attorney direction.
• Maintain the contract management system, including tracking key dates, renewals, and deliverables.
• Support compliance monitoring and help prepare compliance reports and documentation.
• Draft and maintain internal policies and procedures for U.S. operations for attorney review.
• Track filing deadlines and assist with U.S. tax compliance documentation (income, sales, unemployment, employer withholding, etc.).
• Prepare and submit registrations, permits, annual reports, and other corporate compliance filings.
• Coordinate with brokers and internal stakeholders regarding insurance coverage documentation for U.S. entities.
• Assist with document collection, organization, and fact-gathering for internal investigations.
• Assist with document collection and obtaining required signatures in connection with procurements and proposals.
• Monitor and manage legal department tasks and requests through the organization’s ticketing or workflow management system, ensuring timely responses, appropriate assignment, follow-ups, and closure.
• Provide general litigation and corporate legal support as assigned by an attorney.

Philippines Legal Support

• Support employment law compliance and HR legal documentation in the Philippines.
• Prepare and manage business registration and regulatory filings for Philippines operations.
• Assist with tax compliance documentation and reporting for Philippine corporate and employment taxes.
• Track deadlines and maintain a compliance calendar for periodic filings, renewals, licenses, permits, and registrations.
• Draft and maintain internal policies tailored to the Philippines business unit for attorney review.
• Support insurance procurement and compliance documentation in the Philippines.
• Assist with document collection and fact-gathering for internal investigations.

What You Bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate; a law degree or legal studies background is a plus but not required.
• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a similar legal support role.
• Located in the Philippines with night shift work hours (to overlap with U.S. team).
• Experience or formal education related to U.S. law is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with U.S. corporate compliance, contracts, or tax filings preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying issues and escalating them appropriately.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote U.S.-based team.
• A commitment to ethical, mission-driven legal work.

Why Join Career Team?

• Work for a growing, purpose-driven company with a national reach.
• Enjoy a fully remote work environment with a flexible schedule.
• Be part of a collaborative and values-driven team.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.