Job Description
LEGAL ASSISTANT
For Immediate Recruitment
Cargills is one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted brands, with an island-wide retail, manufacturing and food distribution network that contributes to the local economy. We are constantly investing in creating sustainable markets and employment opportunities offering nutrition at affordable prices.
The company is on a rapid expansion drive and is now on the look out for dynamic, proactive and energetic individuals for Cargills (Ceylon) PLC who can spearhead its accelerated investment drive across Sri Lanka.
Your key responsibilities will include,
- Following up on files and acting on lawyers’ instructions.
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems in a timely manner.
- Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders.
- Assist in document review process and incorporating modifications under supervision.
- Assist in IP related matters/ filing.
- Supporting the team on all administrative matters.
- Conduct legal research.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Passed G. C. E. A/L s and/or Certificate course / Diploma in Law.
- Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (Excellent command in English).
- Multitasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point and Excel).
- Detail oriented and highly organized.
- Able to work with minimum supervision.
- Familiarity with Intellectual Property law and the trademark filing process is an added advantage.
Selected applicants will be offered an attractive remuneration package.
Please send in your resume with the position applied for to reach us within 14 days of this advertisement. You can also e-mail your application to careers@cargillsceylon.com.
Group Chief Human Resource Officer
Cargills (Ceylon) PLC
No: 28, R.A. De Mel Mawatha,
Premier Pacific Pinnacle Building, Colombo 04.
Tel: 011 2 427 777
www.cargillsceylon.com