The Story so far: Who we are
Founded in August 2020, Huspy started as a digital mortgage platform and quickly evolved into the largest proptech company in the EMEA region. Backed by leading investors such as Sequoia, Balderton, Founders Fund, and Olayan, we have experienced rapid growth with offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Madrid, and Valencia. Our mission is to revolutionize the real estate industry by building an all-in-one super app designed to empower agents and mortgage brokers.
The Main Event: What you'll do
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Paralegal to join our legal team. This role will provide essential support across various legal and compliance workstreams, within the scope of corporate, commercial, technology, intellectual property, data protection, and dispute resolution work. The successful candidate will work closely with the head of the legal department to assist in ensuring the smooth operation of legal and compliance processes, gaining valuable experience in a broad range of legal areas. Below are some examples of the position’s responsibilities and the experience that would be gained by the successful candidate.
Corporate and Commercial Support
- Assist in organizing and maintaining corporate governance documents, including board resolutions, meeting minutes, and company records.
- Provide administrative support for drafting, reviewing, and tracking commercial contracts such as NDAs, supplier agreements, and service contracts.
- Conduct legal research and analysis and compile information for corporate compliance matters.
Technology and Intellectual Property (IP)
- Support the management of intellectual property assets by maintaining records and assisting with trademark and other IP filings.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing standard agreements, including software licenses and technology-related contracts.
- Perform administrative tasks related to IP portfolio monitoring and renewals.
Data Protection and Privacy
- Help maintain data protection compliance records, including data processing agreements and privacy notices.
- Assist with administrative tasks related to privacy assessments and incident responses.
- Research updates to data protection laws and regulations.
Dispute Resolution
- Provide administrative support in dispute resolution matters, including maintaining case files and tracking deadlines.
- Assist in organizing documentation for litigation or arbitration cases.
- Liaise with external counsel and internal stakeholders as required.
Compliance and Operational Support
- Assist in updating compliance policies and procedures under the guidance of senior legal team members.
- Maintain compliance tracking systems and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Support the delivery of staff training by organizing materials and scheduling sessions.
- Support internal projects, training, processes, and drive cross-functional efforts.
The Perfect Match: What you bring
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in legal studies; paralegal certification is a plus.
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a legal support or paralegal role, or relevant internships. US, UK and/or UAE experience preferred.
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of various areas of law.
- Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy.
- Time Management: Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
- Communication: Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Team Support: A collaborative mindset and willingness to assist across different legal areas of expertise.
- Eagerness to Learn: Enthusiasm for the start-up space and eagerness to gain experience in various legal disciplines.
