Job Summary
As a Legal Research Support Assistant, you will be responsible for pre-analyzing and conducting different types of legal investigations on digital platforms. The agent of this operation must deeply understand the impact and confidentiality of the information handled, aware that any leak can lead to serious legal consequences for the employee and the company.
Analyze and direct legal requests received from competent authorities.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the information processed.
Pay close attention to details such as dates, nature of investigations and levels of urgency.
Monitor quality processes and operational KPIs with excellence.
Work autonomously and responsibly, without the need for micromanagement.
Preferably complete or ongoing higher education.
English (intermediate/advanced level).
Previous experience with legal activities.
Courses or training in the legal field.
Key Skills and Experience
- BA/BS (“Ensino Superior”) degree completed or studying - Preferable;
- Written communication skills in Portuguese
- Proficient in technical English, Professional writing skills, Internal documentation. (at least Basic-Intermediate) - Mandatory;
- Open to feedbacks;
- Very attentive to details;
- Ability to work with high Quality standards and quick responses to users;
- Ability to quickly correct it’s own work and be up-to-date with processes changes;
- Self management skills and attitude of professional maturity - do not require micromanagement from immediate superior.
- Law School Graduation;
- Experience in legal work;
- Fluent English;
Training or courses involving the area of law.
We strive to provide flexibility whenever possible and are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellness programs. Based on the business requirements of this role, this is an on-site role requiring 5 days per week at the Client's location in the Vila Olimpia Region - São Paulo.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.