Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in law, legal studies, or a related field., 7 years of relevant experience in a legal or related field, preferably in international organizations or NGOs., Proven experience in multicultural contexts and diverse regulatory frameworks, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean., Proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken..

Key responsibilities:

Prepare and draft legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, and contracts.

Conduct research and analysis of legal sources to support the ministry's legal needs.

Support the regional Assistant General Counsel in implementing legal strategies and compliance initiatives.

Coach and oversee the work of other paralegals and support staff as needed.

Job description

This career paralegal prepares legal documentation for the ministry and utilizes and implements various legal systems and databases to ensure that the ministry's legal documents and resources are accurate, organized, and retrievable in a timely manner. At this career level, the incumbent generally conducts research and analysis of various law sources independently or participates as a team member for major, complex, or international legal projects. He or she may coach and oversee the work of other paralegals.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote position that will be based in one of our LAC countries. See the list here: https://www.compassion.com/where-we-work.htm

Preference is for someone living in Nicaragua.

RESUME AND APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH.

What will you do?

Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintain a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and faithfully uphold Compassion’s ministry in prayer.
Act as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Understands Christ’s mandate to protect children. Commit to and prioritize child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abide by all behavioral expectations in Compassion’s Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Report any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassion’s internal reporting process and appropriately support responses to incidents if they occur.
Uphold and engage in Compassion’s core Cultural Behaviors.
Proactively support the regional Assistant General Counsel in their day-to-day activities and in the implementation of regional legal strategies, including initiatives related to compliance, child protection, legal risk management, intellectual property, and local corporate regulations.
Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, and contracts for the organization.
Utilize the matter management system to ensure that the system functions properly for the creation, review, modification and execution of matters and contracts.
Support and maintain the international legal database . Organize, log, maintain and track all statutes, legal opinions, and processes to support the regional AGC’s strategic decision making.
Draft legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts and legal memoranda in support of the regional AGC.
May coach and provide expertise to other professionals and support staff.

What do you bring?

Bachelor's degree in law, legal studies, or a related field.
7 years' relevant experience working in a legal or a related field, preferably within international organizations, NGOs, or law firms.
Proven experience working in multicultural contexts and with diverse regulatory frameworks (Latin America and the Caribbean preferred).
Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking in English and Spanish.

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