Legal Administrative Assistant

About the role

A Legal Administrative Assistant within the Legal Division at Edward Jones contributes to the team’s success through proactive support, strong organization, and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. The position requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in legal or the financial services industry, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic file management systems, and experience supporting multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, prioritize competing requests, and ensure alignment with leadership priorities
• Coordinate meetings, committee deliverables, and administrative support for firm and divisional obligations
• Prepare, edit, and distribute legal documents, correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive information
• Monitor and follow up on deadlines, commitments, and key deliverables across multiple stakeholders
• Support projects from initiation through completion, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience in the legal field
• Minimum 3 years' experience in legal or the financial services industry
• Experience preparing and managing legal documents, with understanding of their purpose and structure
• Experience supporting multiple stakeholders, including attorneys or senior leaders, in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic file management systems
• Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and legal technology tools

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Able to think quickly and exercise sound judgment
• Able to manage competing priorities with confidence
• Looks beyond individual tasks to understand the broader goal and identify the most effective path to achieving results

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Electronic file management systems
• Legal document preparation and management
• Project management
• Confidentiality and professionalism

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Voluntary benefits (accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life and AD&D coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tax-advantaged accounts (health savings account, flexible spending account)
• 10 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation
• Sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism
• Bonuses and profit sharing opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

The compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating. Edward Jones offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Schedule

Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week.