Legal Intern

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Peru.

📋 Description

• Assist the US Legal Team with daily requests and tasks.

• Examine and assess liens, notices, and agreements for validity, precision, and compliance.

• Draft lien documents, templates, and standard forms under guidance.

• Keep electronic records of liens, contracts, and corporate documentation up to date.

• Aid in both internal and external compliance audits.

• Stay updated on pertinent US legal requirements and industry best practices.

• Maintain trackers for legal matters, contract requests, and filings.

• Provide regular status updates to the team.

• Monitor filed liens, outstanding items, deadlines, and follow-ups.

• Coordinate with legal counsel, paralegals, operational staff, government agencies, vendors, and legal representatives.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure timely processing.

• Develop and maintain playbooks, checklists, and templates.

• Organize legal tools, folders, and workflows while suggesting improvements to processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Law, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related discipline.

• Proficient in written and spoken English at an advanced level.

• Capable of thoroughly reviewing and analyzing legal documents for accuracy and compliance.

• Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize workload, and keep trackers and deadlines updated.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Ability to work in a collaborative manner.

• Strong problem-solving skills and independent decision-making capability.

• Adaptable to a dynamic work environment.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.

• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience using Claude or similar large language model tools is essential.

• Comfortable utilizing AI to enhance productivity, research, and communication.

• Familiarity with US legal concepts and procedures is preferred.

• Understanding of Article 9 of the US Uniform Commercial Code and/or secured transactions is preferred.

• Experience with legal software, databases, or project management tools is preferred.

• Proven experience in building and maintaining trackers, dashboards, or project plans is preferred.

• Interest in fintech, payments, or consumer lending is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid internship.

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• Opportunities for career advancement.