PARALEGAL

Sodali & Co is a recognized global capital markets stakeholder advisory firm, serving over 2,000 clients in more than 65 countries. The Firm advises a diverse and global client base including many of the world’s largest companies. Formed by the mergers of several market-leading capital markets stakeholder engagement consultancies, Sodali is the largest global shareholder services firm in the world. The Firm operates out of three global headquarters in New York, London, and Sydney and is supported by 12 regional offices in major financial capitals around the world.

Sodali provides a full suite of shareholder, sustainability, and strategic communications advisory services that, together, enable the Firm to deliver clients differentiated insights, integrated expertise, and bespoke advice to address complex interconnected issues, identify and capitalize on strategic opportunities, and drive successful business outcomes. 

We are currently seeking an experienced Paralegal with 7-10 years of experience to join our global Legal and Compliance team, based in our Manila office. This role will support corporate, commercial, and compliance matters for the firm's global business, working closely with legal team members across multiple time zones.

13th Month Pay

• With a minimum rendered work of at least one (1) month during the calendar year you shall be entitled to 13th Month Pay equivalent to 1/12 of your monthly gross salary multiplied by the number of months worked or earned within a given calendar year to be released on or before Dec 24 of every calendar year subject to the computation as provided by the Labor Code and other pertinent issuances of the Department of Labor and Employment.

Premium Benefits (eligibility as applicable)

• OVERTIME PAY
• HOLIDAY PAY
• NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PAY

Leave Monetization of Sick Leaves

• The employee shall be eligible to monetize a portion of his/her earned and unused sick leaves to be credited on the first quarter of the succeeding year. The amount to be monetized shall be up to a maximum of PHP 10,000.00 and shall be considered as non-taxable. Any remaining and available leaves credits, aside from the ones being monetized, shall automatically be forfeited at the end of the current calendar year.

NON- MONETARY BENEFITS

Paid Leave Credits

Employee shall start earning up to Fifteen (15) days’ Vacation Leave (“VL”) with an accrual rate of 1.25 leaves per month, and up to Fifteen (15) days’ Sick Leave ("SL") with an accrual rate of 1.25 leaves per month. VL and SL credits will be available for a period of one year from January 1 to December 31 of the same year. Additional One (1) day VL credit for every year of service up to a maximum of Twenty (20) days VL.

Carry Over of Leaves

Maximum of five (5) vacation leave credits from the current year may be utilized until March 31 of the succeeding year

Special Leaves

Employee shall be entitled to statutory leaves including but not limited to: Maternity Leave, maximum of 105 days. Republic Act 9710: Magna Carta for Women allowing up to Two (2) months leave with full pay based on the gross monthly compensation pursuant to conditions specified in said Republic Act.

HMO Principal

The Employee / Principal shall be entitled to the health insurance upon hire with a maximum benefit limit (MBL) amounting to PHP 300,000 per illness per year. The HMO coverage shall be subject to the guidelines and standards of the HMO provider.

HMO Dependent

Php 200,000 per illness per year HMO eligibility upon hire for 2 dependents. HMO coverage for free dependents is the standard/regular coverage unless stated otherwise

Birthday Leave

The Employee shall be eligible for one (1) birthday leave which can be used within the birthday month upon the approval of the immediate manager. Unused Birthday Leave shall automatically be forfeited prior to the end of the birthday month.

In this role, you will work closely with the global Legal and Compliance team on a variety of projects including contract review, drafting and administration, corporate secretarial matters and governance support, and legal and compliance policy implementation.

• reparing, negotiating and tracking commercial contracts including client agreements, NDAs, and vendor agreements
• Supporting procedures for contractual and regulatory compliance
• Maintaining corporate books and records for the Company and its global subsidiaries
• Liaising with internal business stakeholders across regions throughout transactions and projects
• Assist with developing and maintaining playbooks,  templates, and standard corporate and commercial documentation
• Playing a central role in the improvement initiatives within the Legal and Compliance function and across broader business operations

• 7-10 years of experience as a paralegal supporting corporate/commercial matters, ideally in a fast-paced, in-house or law firm environment
• Experience with US based company or law firm is a must
• Experience with contracts, compliance, or corporate governance including  reviewing and drafting complex legal documents and contracts is required.  
• Builds strong working relationships and communicates  effectively with executive leaders, colleagues and stakeholders across regions and time zones
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple matters independently and meet deadlines
• Degree from an accredited institution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (including SharePoint, Teams), AdobePro, and/or Docusign

• Paralegal certification  
• Enthusiastic about technology, collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Experience with a document management system and Salesforce is a plus
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the Philippines without the need for visa or work permit sponsorship, now or in the future