Legal Assistant

Business Studies and/or Management Science, Law
Portugal
Lisbon
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Chicago
Period: 
1 Jul, 2024 to 1 Dec, 2025
Deadline: 
15 Jul, 2024

General information

Duration: 
6 months
Commitment: 
Full-time
Description: 

DESCRIPTION

We are looking to hire a legal assistant with superb research and administrative skills. Legal assistants are expected to work well under pressure and deliver on tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

To ensure success, legal assistants should be proficient at multi-tasking, intuitive and excellent communicators with a keen interest in providing accurate and insightful support to lawyers and legal teams. Top candidates will be experts in key legal concepts with fantastic organizational skills, great IT skills and meticulous attention to detail.

We’re looking for a creative, entrepreneurial, and positive team player. In return, we promise to give you the runway to experiment and learn.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the application form below.

https://ndb.technology/careers/apply-ndb/

Please note that in order to be considered for this opportunity, it is essential to complete the required form in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be eligible for further review.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in law or paralegal certification or similar (essential).
  • Legal research experience.
  • Experience in drafting legal and business documents.
  • Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
  • Ability to understand and interpret legal documents.
  • Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Lexis-Nexis, PACER, Westlaw and other legal research site.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct legal research on cases and gather pertinent legal information.
  • Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations in legal documents.
  • Compile, proofread and edit drafts of contracts, leases, licenses, policies, and other legal documents.
  • Monitor, study and develop written summaries of proposed and enacted legislation, regulations, court decisions, industry guidelines, trade journals and other relevant publications.
  • Assist with case preparation including opening and closing arguments and aiding in court motions or pleadings.
  • Daily record keeping with electronic and physical filing of caseloads.
  • Analyze and summarize documents.
  • Assist with the administration and management of workflow.
  • Locate and interview witnesses.
  • General administrative duties i.e., answering correspondence and taking telephone calls.

 

ABOUT NDB

NDB brings to market innovative solutions that deliver essential clean energy, cybersecurity, fintech and blockchain infrastructure. We work with the highest integrity, compliance culture and respect for human rights while also reducing the impact of our technology and environmental footprint.​

NDB nuclear’s mission is to design and build nuclear energy systems that are safe, affordable, commercially competitive, and easy to operate. This includes developing and implementing the required hardware, fuel, execution, software, and operational know-how.

NDB Money is a licensed platform for payment solutions, wallet, trading, proof-of-stake, marketplaces, and numerous services and incentive programmes managed and developed on the blockchain. Its solutions include Charenji, cryptocurrencies, Nyyu and Watt. 

Watt is creating a decentralized energy platform with advanced features. It enables the trading and sharing of energy generated by other utilities as well as our own using blockchain as a trade tool.

Compensation: 
No financial compensation
Years of Experience required: 
Yes

Keywords

Law, Legal Assistant, Corporate Law, Securities Law, HR Law  

Additional Information

NDB is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
Requirements
Languages: 
English: Proficient User C1
Level of Studies: 
Bachelor