Asia Pacific Business Consortium (Pvt) Ltd
Documentation Assistant (Legal) - Colombo 03
A large and well-established business conglomerate in Sri Lanka is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Documentation Assistant to join its Legal Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a fresher or entry-level candidate looking to build a career in a corporate legal environment
Job Role
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Maintain and update legal records, ensuring accurate filing and tracking of all legal documents.
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Coordinate with cross-functional teams to collect necessary documentation for contracts and ongoing legal matters.
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Schedule and manage meetings with external legal counsel, consultants, and litigation lawyers as required.
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Monitor and route incoming legal correspondence to the Legal Manager and relevant departments for appropriate action.
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Oversee legal payments by organizing invoices, preparing payment requests for approval, and maintaining a payment tracking system.
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Handle stamp duty processes for lease agreements, including arranging and ensuring timely payment.
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Maintain and organize documentation related to intellectual property, including trademarks and related filings.
Qualifications
- Passed GCE A/L Examination
- Good Data Entry Skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Basic understanding of legal documentation and administrative procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Positive attitude with a proactive and responsible approach.
- Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a structured environment.
- Familiarity with legal terms or interest in the legal field is a plus.
What You Get:
- A great start to your career in a professional legal environment
- On-the-job training and exposure to real legal operations
- Supportive team and approachable leadership
- Chance to work with cross-functional teams and external legal experts
- Hands-on experience in handling legal documents, contracts, and processes
- Competitive Salary
- Career development opportunities