Job Description

YC : Legal Assistant

Department : Human Resources (BP64030)

Job Overview

UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. As legal assistant, you will be providing support to the Legal and Compliance Counsel in a variety of matters, including but not limited to commercial drafting, legal research, labor matters and litigation. This position will offer a candidate the opportunity to gain valuable experience prior to commencing their articles, thereby setting them apart from other candidates.

This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform.

Responsibilities and Duties

Supporting in commercial litigation matters by preparing briefs to external counsel, liaising with attorneys, attending consultations and court proceedings; Supporting in labor and disciplinary matters by preparing charge sheets, compiling evidence bundles, preparing arguments and liaising with external attorneys and attending at CCMA hearings; Conducting legal research and drafting of opinions; Conducting training on relevant company policies; Preparing draft agreements; and Filing and maintaining contract files, tracking elements of contracts in databases and spreadsheets, copying files providing general administrative support in relation to ongoing litigation and company secretarial support.

Minimum qualifications

Completed / near completed LL.B degree;

Admitted attorney an advantage;

Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks;


Possess a high degree of accuracy and careful attention to detail;

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with the ability to create and edit documents, presentations, and spreadsheets; and

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

About UD Trucks

Part of the Isuzu group, UD Trucks is a global leading international commercial vehicle solutions provider headquartered in Japan. At UD Trucks, we are defining the next generation of smart logistics solutions through advanced innovations in automation, electro mobility and connectivity. UD Trucks develops, manufactures and sells a wide range of heavy, medium and light-duty trucks, operating in more than 60 countries across all continents. Our trucks and people go the extra mile for our customers and business partners, day in and day out.



We are an 8,000+ strong team of colleagues with 40 nationalities who bring diversity and passion in delivering our products and services. We trust each other, work collaboratively and embrace change. At UD Trucks, our purpose is Better Life - to make life better for people and the planet. We have developed a culture that promotes:

Diverse and friendly culture

- Strong culture of diversity and inclusion, organizing annual events, daily activities and open communication platforms including various internal voluntary networks.

Empowered growth

- Global exposure and growth opportunities across functions and countries through internal mobility system and self-driven career opportunities, building a learning organization by enabling self-managed learning supported by the UD Academy.

Flexibility with trust

- We continue to fully support both remote working (where and when applicable) and flexible working hours, we actively encourage our colleagues to maintain a good work/life balance. You will have the autonomy and flexibility to split your working time between both our wonderful, modern and equipped HQ and remotely.



Be part of our journey to create Better Life for society, for our customers and for yourself. UD Trucks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues.