Description
Paralegal – Legal & Corporate Affairs
Can be based in Uganda, Kenya, or anywhere!
I am seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Paralegal/Lawyer to join our administrative and legal operations team supporting our U.S.-based construction, real estate development, and affiliated businesses.
This position will work directly with executive management, our existing administrative team, and outside legal counsel in the United States. The primary focus will be supporting litigation, legal research, contract administration, corporate matters, and legal document management.
We are looking for someone who can think like a businessperson while approaching issues from a legal perspective, independently research issues, organize complex information, manage multiple legal matters, and proactively complete assignments without constant supervision. Knowledge of U.S. law is not required, but you’ll be expected to figure it out through independent research.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist with litigation matters, including discovery, document collection, organization, and preparation of legal records.
* Maintain litigation files, legal calendars, deadlines, case summaries, and matter tracking systems.
* Coordinate with outside attorneys to collect information, prepare documentation, and respond to legal requests.
* Utilize Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Purview eDisovery, and other technology platforms to improve the efficiency and organization of legal activities.
* Organize and analyze large volumes of electronic documents, emails, financial records, and other information relevant to legal matters.
* Prepare written summaries, chronologies, reports, and documentation for executive management and outside counsel.
* Assist with reviewing, organizing, and preparing contracts, agreements, legal correspondence, and other legal documents.
* Assist with corporate governance, entity filings, licensing, compliance, and maintaining corporate records.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or equivalent legal qualification strongly preferred.
* At least 3 years of experience working in a legal, paralegal, litigation support, or corporate legal environment.
* EXCELLENT oral and written communication skills in English, including professional legal writing.
* Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
* Extremely strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft Office applications, including Copilot and Purview eDiscovery.
* Must be extraordinarily proficient in ChatGPT (including ChatGPT Work).
* Ability to independently research unfamiliar legal subjects and learn new procedures and technology.
* Experience with litigation, contracts, corporate law, real estate, or construction law is a plus.
* Experience with U.S. legal matters is a plus, but NOT required.
* Must demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and strict confidentiality.
* Proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
* Ability to access reliable, high-quality internet.
Additional Information:
* This position is remote and open to qualified candidates based in Uganda, Kenya, or other locations outside the United States.
* The engagement is intended to be a full-time (40-60 hours/week) independent professional services arrangement, subject to applicable laws and the final written agreement.
* Must be available during U.S. Eastern Time business hours, generally 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an anticipated service commitment of approximately 40-60 hours per week. Occasional additional availability may be required based on business needs and mutually agreed arrangements.
* International contractors will be required to provide appropriate U.S. tax documentation before payment, including a completed IRS Form W-8BEN for eligible foreign individuals or Form W-8BEN-E for qualifying foreign entities, as applicable.
* Services are expected to be performed remotely from outside the United States. Any proposed performance of services while physically present in the United States must be disclosed and approved in advance, as different tax and legal requirements may apply.
* Contractors will be responsible for their own applicable local taxes, benefits, registrations, and statutory obligations, subject to applicable law.
* Must provide your own computer, reliable internet connection, and communication equipment (microphone/headphones/etc.).
* This engagement requires substantial professional availability and commitment. Outside employment or business activities that create conflicts of interest, compromise confidentiality, or interfere with agreed service commitments are not permitted.
* This position provides an opportunity to gain significant experience working with U.S. legal matters, corporate operations, and construction-related litigation, but does NOT guarantee or imply any visa-related actions for the United States.
* The successful candidate must be capable of working independently, taking initiative, and completing assignments with minimal supervision.
Submit the following to: applications@keareyconstruction.com
* Email with the subject line: Paralegal – YOUR NAME
CV / Resume
* Email explaining your legal experience, why you are interested in the position, and your experience working with international or U.S.-based organizations.
* Your compensation requirements in your local currency (UGX, KES, or other applicable local currency – NOT USD).
* Brief description of your legal research experience, including the types of legal matters you have worked on and your level of responsibility.
* Why you want to work with me.
Opportunity is there. Take it.
To apply for this job email your details to applications@keareyconstruction.com.
