Paralegal

About Abdul Latif Jameel

Abdul Latif Jameel is a global investor with an 80-year history, operating a network of internationally diversified businesses. The company focuses on core sectors driving the global economy, including Mobility, Energy, Environmental Services, Financial Services, and Health, alongside land & real estate development, logistics, electronics retailing, and media services. Established in 1945, Abdul Latif Jameel maintains a presence in over 35 countries and employs more than 11,000 people from over 85 nationalities.

The Role of Paralegal

Abdul Latif Jameel is seeking a Paralegal to join its team in Jeddah or Makkah, Makkah region. This full-time role involves providing high-level administrative and secretarial support to a senior executive and the legal team. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, professional, and proactive, with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information discreetly. Previous experience in a law firm, professional services environment, or as an Executive Assistant/Secretary is highly preferred for this position, which requires 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support lawyers and the legal team with day-to-day legal and administrative activities.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, reports, and presentations.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, formatting, and maintaining legal documents and correspondence.
• Support the preparation and review of contracts, agreements, notices, and other legal documentation.
• Maintain organized records of contracts, legal matters, correspondence, and other documentation.
• Assist with legal matter and case management, including tracking deadlines, actions, and documentation.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external counsel, government entities, and other stakeholders as required.
• Assist with corporate governance documentation and filings where applicable.
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions for legal meetings.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding legal requests and action items.
• Support the legal team with document collection, due diligence, and information gathering.
• Ensure legal files and databases are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion.
• Perform other legal and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or in a similar legal support role.
• Experience in a law firm or in-house legal environment is preferred.
• Strong legal research and document management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing priorities.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.