Job Title: Legal Assistant
Company: The Foreign Venture Group Inc.
Location: Remote (Philippines Preferred)
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
We Lead with Equity
At FVG, equity isn't an afterthought — it's a foundation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where diverse perspectives are respected, empowered, and celebrated from the start. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life, and we actively work to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
About FVG
Foreign Venture Group (FVG) is a Canadian-based digital transformation company committed to helping businesses scale smarter. We combine human talent and innovative technology to solve real-world business challenges. Our mission is centered on people — both our clients and our team. We believe work should be fulfilling, growth should be shared, and impact should be mutual. If you’re looking to contribute to meaningful outcomes while developing professionally in a values-driven culture, FVG might be the right place for you.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Assistant with expertise in legal research, document review, and contract analysis to support our North American legal team. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), is licensed to practice law in the Philippines, and has experience with North American legal systems.
As a Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in legal documentation, while providing strategic support to attorneys and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research on North American laws, regulations, and case precedents.
- Review, proofread, and draft contracts, agreements, and legal documents to ensure clarity and compliance.
- Assist in contract negotiation and risk assessment, providing legal insights.
- Manage case files, due diligence, and compliance checks for various legal matters.
- Liaise with internal teams and external counsel on regulatory requirements and legal strategies.
- Support dispute resolution and litigation processes, including drafting legal memoranda and pleadings.
- Ensure adherence to confidentiality, ethical standards, and best practices in legal documentation.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized institution.
- Licensed to practice law in the Philippines and in good standing with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP).
- 5+ years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to North American legal systems.
- Willing to work North American hours to support legal teams in the U.S. and Canada.
- Strong expertise in contract law, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and legal research.
- Exceptional drafting, proofreading, and negotiation skills.
- Experience using legal software, research tools, and case management systems.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Tools to know:
- Legal Research: Westlaw, LexisNexis, CanLII
- Contract & Document Management: DocuSign, Clio, iManage
- Drafting & Proofing: Microsoft Word, Grammarly, Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Compliance & Regulatory Research: SEC EDGAR, FINRA, Canadian Justice Laws
- Time Tracking & Billing: Clio Manage, Bill4Time
- Communication & Collaboration: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom
Good to Have:
- E-Discovery & Litigation Support: Relativity, Everlaw
- AI-Powered Legal Tools: Casetext, ROSS Intelligence
- Project Management: Monday.com, Jira, Airtable
- CRM for Legal Client Management: Salesforce, HubSpot
Why Join Us?
- Work with an international legal team handling complex and high-impact cases.
- Gain valuable experience in North American legal practices.
- Opportunity to develop expertise in cross-border legal support and compliance.
- Remote role with competitive compensation based on experience.
Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit your application directly through the following link:
👉 https://app.loxo.co/the-foreign-venture-group
Please note that we will only be reviewing applications submitted through this platform.
The Foreign Venture Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For more details about the company and role, visit Foreign Venture Group.