Paralegal (12-Month Contract), Global Asset Management Firm

Our client is a leading global asset manager with a strong presence across key financial markets worldwide. The firm manages a diverse range of investment strategies for institutional and retail clients and is recognized for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and regulatory integrity. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join the Legal & Compliance team on a 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional to gain exposure to a sophisticated and highly regulated investment management environment while supporting a dynamic international business. Key Responsibilities Provide legal and administrative support to the Legal team across APAC. Assist with the review, drafting, and negotiation of legal agreements, including NDAs, vendor agreements, and investment-related documentation. Manage and maintain contract lifecycle processes, including execution, filing, and tracking of legal documentation. Conduct legal research and prepare summaries on regulatory and corporate matters. Support fund launches and ongoing fund governance activities. Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external counsel, and service providers on legal and regulatory matters. Assist with corporate secretarial activities, including board resolutions and statutory filings where required. Maintain legal databases, document repositories, and matter trackers. Support legal projects, policy updates, and regulatory initiatives. Requirements Law degree, legal studies qualification, or equivalent. 2–5 years of paralegal, legal executive, or contracts management experience, preferably within financial services, asset management, banking, or a multinational corporate environment. Strong understanding of contract review and legal documentation processes. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. High attention to detail and strong communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Experience supporting investment management, funds, or financial services legal teams will be advantageous.