Legal Assistant Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Legal Assistant Nextaff Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time $55,000 – $63,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Word processing Executive administrative support Mid-level Microsoft Office Administrative experience Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Legal administrative experience iManage Organizational skills Law office Certified Notary Public Proofreading Document management systems 2 years Communication skills Full Job Description Direct Hire, Legal Assistant (Onsite Position)

Pay Scale:

$55k – $63k/annually Company located in Raleigh, NC (27607 Zip Code) Candidate must have •very strong• Word processing skills

Schedule:

37.5 hours/week, within the hours of 8:30am-6:00pm, with overtime when necessary. This position is for a commercial law firm with a focus on growth-oriented businesses and various financial organizations that provide capital to such businesses. Its clients are local, regional, national and global, and range from start-up and early-stage technology companies to established growth companies, both privately-owned and publicly-held. The firm handles financial and corporate transactions, commercial litigation and other legal needs of these businesses.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Legal Document Expertise:

Craft, revise, and manage legal documents like a pro, using Microsoft Word, Excel, PDF Docs, and DocuSign. (Yes, we’re talking serious word processing skills!)

Organization Guru:

Keep our files and documents in tip-top shape, following firm guidelines and practice area procedures and take the initiative to streamline and improve workflows.

Attorney Support:

Coordinate day-to-day operations, taking initiative and using your awesome judgment to keep things running smoothly and address potential issues.

Time & Billing Liaison:

Handle time entries for select attorneys (entry to finalizing) to meet monthly deadlines and work with our billing team to ensure accuracy with billing matters.

Calendar & Travel Coordination:

Manage calendars, book travel, and coordinate meetings and events.

Project Pro & Information Sleuth:

Juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities like a champ. Use your detective skills to ferret out details and information from various sources, piecing together the puzzle that keeps assignments and projects on track.

Tech Savvy:

Utilize various software and tools to support our team’s efficiency (think scanning, DocuSign bulk send/bulk uploads, Litera/Workshare Compare, Box, and more!), and take the initiative to learn new technologies and find solutions to technical challenges.

Team Collaborator & Self-Motivated Contributor:

Assist with special projects and other duties as needed, always with a positive and proactive attitude, and contribute meaningfully by taking ownership of your tasks with a high level of self-motivation.

What You Bring:

A minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal, administrative, or executive assistant, ideally in a law firm or professional services setting. Bachelor’s degree preferred Bonus points for knowledge of Corporate/Transactional or M&A Law! Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) – your Word skills should absolutely be top-notch! Expertise in PDF manipulation software (Adobe or PDF Docs). Experience with document management systems (iManage, Elite 3E, File Trail are a plus). Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail. Strong proofreading abilities. A proactive, energetic, and team-oriented spirit. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to stay cool under pressure and handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work onsite, Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week, within the hours of 8:30am-6:00pm, with overtime when necessary. (

Preferred:

8:30am – 5:00pm or 9:00am – 5:30pm) Ability to perform standard office related physical tasks. (i.e., prolonged sitting, standing, repetitive finger motion, computer usage, routine walking, bending and lifting up to 20 lbs.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Whole-Person Wellbeing:

We prioritize your health and wellness with our robust Wellbeing Program and Healthy Lifestyles Reimbursement Program.

Vibrant Social Scene:

Join a workplace that values connection! Our active Social Committee organizes frequent engaging events and activities, fostering a strong sense of community and camaraderie.

Comprehensive Benefits Coverage:

Enjoy peace of mind with firm-paid Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees.

Flexible Benefits Options:

Tailor your benefits with voluntary options like Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Vision insurance, Pet insurance and Identity Theft insurance.

Supportive Team:

Be part of a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

Professional Growth Opportunities:

Gain valuable experience and expand your skills in a fast-paced law firm setting.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 – $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Education:

Bachelor’s (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Raleigh, NC 27607 (Required)

Work Location:

In person