Legal Intern

About the Role

Redient Security is seeking a responsible, detail-oriented, and legally aware Legal Intern to support its HR and management teams with employment-related documentation, legal research, compliance support, and professional correspondence. This internship offers practical exposure to corporate documentation, employment-related matters, contract review, and professional legal drafting in a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employment Documentation & Employee Relations

• Organize and maintain employment-related records, including onboarding, internship agreements, resignation, exit, and termination documentation.
• Review employment-related correspondence and maintain a systematic record of relevant communications.
• Assist in preparing factual summaries and documentation relating to employee grievances, disputes, and exit-related matters.
• Help ensure that official employee records and supporting documents are properly maintained.

Legal Correspondence & Dispute Documentation

• Review employment-related emails, LinkedIn messages, and other professional communications received by the company.
• Prepare professional, fact-based draft responses to former employees, interns, and other individuals regarding employment-related concerns.
• Assist management in documenting and responding appropriately to allegations, complaints, or disputed statements.
• Identify potentially sensitive or high-risk communications and escalate them to authorized management or qualified legal counsel.
• Maintain records of relevant correspondence and supporting evidence for future reference, where appropriate.
• Ensure that responses remain professional, factual, and consistent with applicable law and company policies.

Legal Research & Compliance

• Research applicable employment laws, contractual obligations, confidentiality requirements, and relevant compliance provisions.
• Assist in identifying potential legal and compliance risks in HR processes and internship arrangements.
• Prepare concise research summaries and compliance notes for management review.
• Assist with reviewing HR policies, codes of conduct, internship terms, and internal documentation.
• Flag clauses or practices that may require review by a qualified legal professional.

Contract Review & Drafting Support

• Assist in preparing and reviewing internship agreements, offer letters, confidentiality agreements, declarations, and exit-related documents.
• Support the preparation of standard templates for HR and employment-related communication.
• Help maintain consistency across official documents and correspondence.
• Prepare draft notices or formal letters only for review and approval by authorized management and, where necessary, qualified legal counsel.

Confidentiality & Information Management

• Handle confidential company information and employee records responsibly.
• Maintain organized records of relevant emails, documents, and approved communications.
• Follow company data protection, access-control, and confidentiality requirements.
• Never disclose, publish, misuse, or share confidential information without authorization.
• Report potential unauthorized disclosures or information-security concerns to management promptly.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in email communication, Google Workspace or Microsoft Office, and online research tools.

Qualifications

Eligibility Criteria

• Currently pursuing a 3-year LL.B. or 5-year integrated LL.B. programme, preferably in the 2nd year or above.
• Eligible recent law graduates with an interest in employment law, corporate law, or compliance may also apply.
• Basic understanding of contracts, employment-related legal issues, and legal documentation.
• Strong written English and professional drafting skills.
• Good research, analytical, and documentation skills.
• Ability to distinguish factual issues from allegations and handle sensitive matters objectively.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate progress clearly.

Preferred Skills

• Interest in labour and employment law, corporate compliance, contract law, or dispute documentation.
• Experience with legal research databases or legal drafting is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize records systematically.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and a responsible approach to confidential information.
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback from management.

Internship Structure & Terms

• Nature: Unpaid educational internship; no stipend or salary is offered.
• Duration: Initially 2–3 months, subject to the written internship terms.
• Work Mode: Remote / Work From Home.
• Working Hours: To be mutually agreed upon and documented before commencement.
• Certificate: An internship completion certificate may be issued subject to satisfactory completion of the agreed duration, assigned work, and performance requirements.
• Letter of Recommendation: May be considered for exceptional performance at management's discretion.
• Employment: This internship does not guarantee permanent employment or a future job offer.
• Written Agreement: Responsibilities, duration, working arrangements, confidentiality obligations, and unpaid status will be communicated in writing before joining. The arrangement will be subject to applicable law.

Professional Boundaries

• The intern will assist with research, documentation, and drafting but will not independently represent the company in legal proceedings.
• External legal communications must receive the required management approval and legal review where appropriate.
• The intern must not issue unauthorized legal notices, make unsupported allegations, threaten individuals, or publish statements about former employees.
• All concerns must be handled objectively, with appropriate records and respect for confidentiality.
• Genuine grievances, legal notices, and potentially contentious matters must be escalated rather than handled independently by the intern.