Paralegal (Pooling)

Paralegal (Pooling) Apply Now! We usually respond within three days About The Back Room We exist to free our clients' time so they can focus on what they do best — growing their business. We deliver smart, efficient solutions that liberate teams from the everyday admin, and we hold ourselves to the same standard. Time is the ultimate currency, and we treat it like it. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support a US-based client's legal team. This is a broad, generalist role covering core paralegal functions common across most legal environments -- corporate, litigation, contracts, or general in-house support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently in a remote setup, and experienced with US legal processes, terminology, and documentation standards. Key Responsibilities Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorneys or in-house counsel Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and contracts Organize, maintain, and manage case files, records, and legal databases Track deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements; manage legal calendars Assist with contract review, redlining, and tracking key terms/obligations Prepare and file legal documents with courts, agencies, or regulatory bodies as needed Support due diligence, compliance documentation, and corporate governance tasks Coordinate with external counsel, clients, vendors, or other stakeholders Manage document version control and e-signature/filing workflows Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive legal and client information Assist with billing, timekeeping, or matter management as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree, preferably in Legal Management, Political Science, or a related field Paralegal certification or equivalent formal training is a plus At least 3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a similar legal support role Prior experience supporting a US-based law firm, in-house legal team, or client is strongly preferred Solid understanding of US legal terminology, documentation standards, and procedures Working knowledge of legal research and case management tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, Clio, NetDocuments, iManage) is an advantage Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace Excellent written and verbal English communication skills Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setup Comfortable working US business hours Nice to Have Experience in a specific practice area (corporate, litigation, real estate, IP, immigration, etc.) -- not required at this stage, as this role is being scoped broadly Experience working with an offshore/remote US-based legal team Familiarity with e-discovery tools or litigation support software This role is open to Philippine citizens currently based in the Philippines. Department Client-Based Locations Clark Global City Remote status Fully Remote Employment type Full-time Clark Global City Workplace, Culture & Diversity At The Back Room, culture isn't an afterthought; it's how we operate. We're guided by a simple purpose: Nurture, Grow, Delight for our team just as much as for our clients. We've built an environment where people are trusted to do great work, supported to keep growing, and genuinely looked after along the way. That means real investment in training and development, leaders who show up for their teams, and a workplace where equal opportunity isn't just a policy; it's how decisions get made We're proud to be recognised as one of HR Asia's Best Companies to Work For, a reflection of the team we've built and the culture we protect. Applicant tracking system by Teamtailor