General Legal Assistant [210648]

Overview

A global technology organization is seeking a dedicated and analytical professional to join their legal team, focusing on managing commercial legal matters. This role involves supporting business groups by ensuring legal and compliance considerations are expertly handled and providing essential assistance that drives informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming commercial legal matters within a shared workspace, routing them to appropriate internal resources and functions.
• Provide assistance and support for routine legal processes and standard commercial matters.
• Escalate complex legal issues to experienced legal professionals for detailed review.
• Assist legal professionals by collecting information, conducting analysis, and drafting recommended guidance and solutions for commercial legal matters.
• Maintain, update, and organize legal self-help resources to empower business partners.
• Contribute to process improvements and the development of efficient matter-routing workflows.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with an assistance-oriented mindset.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Basic knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and the democratic political process.
• Experience with common office applications including word processing, presentation software, and spreadsheets.
• Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or equivalent training.
• 0-2 years of experience in a legal support role.
• Ability to analyze and understand policies and legal documents.
• Organized, analytical, and problem-solving oriented.
• Ability to handle ambiguity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong program or project management skills.
• High comfort with technology and eagerness to learn new tools.
• Extensive legal background, ideally with experience supporting technology companies or law firms.
• Familiarity with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
• Curiosity and commitment to continuous learning and self-development.
• Comfortable presenting ideas and insights.
• Ability to prioritize tasks with minimal guidance.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is determined based on factors including education, relevant work experience, certifications, and location.

Eligible talent have access to benefits such as subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with matching contributions. Additional opportunities for free online training are also provided.

Location

This role is with a global technology leader offering flexible work options and a supportive environment to thrive both personally and professionally.