ROLE PROFILE:
- Handle administrative duties related to the legal department, including following up on legal matters with stakeholders and external counsels or third parties as may be assigned by direct manager.
- Review and maintain corporate records such as memorandum and articles of association, trade licenses, resolutions, directors/shareholders changes, amendments etc. and managing the legal entities online platform.
- Support in the execution of the legal documentation and contracts, including facilitating signature, filing, archiving and supporting with contract management system including training and supporting users on submissions and management of the cycle.
- Create and manage legal SharePoint and libraries for templates, forms, and documents that can be used by stakeholders.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date files and records, including litigation matrix and litigation reporting on the system.
- Ensure proper indexing and timely filing and archiving of documents for easy retrieval when needed.
- Draft, prepare and execute simple legal documents; ensure timely filing of regular reports and required submissions.
- Support with legal operations such as submitting legal vendor invoices on the system, following up with finance on legal vendor creation and payments
- Help with preparing, tracking, reporting and processing legal expenses.
- Project manage cross-departments adoption and coordination of legal matters and projects.
- Coordinate with PRO, Notary Public and government authorities on matters and task assigned by direct manager.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A degree in a discipline that enables the support of business and/or legal work.
- Proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant of at least 5-6 years, with a strong understanding of legal procedures and terminology.
- Proficiency in MS office basics, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, etc.
- Advanced Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams skills, including an ability to manage multiple Calendars across different time zones, coordinate email messages/correspondence, and meetings.
- Ability to work and deliver under pressure and tight timelines.
- Highly organized with great attention to details, ability to multitask and keep projects and matters on track.
- Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal in English and Arabic.
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.
We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Driven by our core values—Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity—we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.
