Legal Administrator
About the role
We're seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrator to support our legal team in managing contracts, legal documentation, and day-to-day administrative operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple priorities, and serving as a trusted partner to legal counsel and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain customer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other legal documents.
- Review, edit, proofread, and track legal agreements, including redlines and amendments.
- Monitor contract deadlines and maintain accurate records and filing systems.
- Coordinate legal correspondence and serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Schedule meetings, manage calendars, prepare meeting notes, and support legal projects.
- Conduct basic legal research and assist with document preparation and administration.
- Provide administrative support to legal counsel, including travel arrangements and special projects.
- Maintain confidentiality while ensuring timely and professional communication.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, Legal Assistant Certificate, or equivalent legal training.
- Previous experience supporting a legal department, corporate counsel, or contract administration function.
- Experience reviewing contracts, managing legal documentation, and handling redlines.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Understanding of legal terminology, confidentiality requirements, and business communications.
Preferred experience
- Corporate legal or contract administration experience.
- Construction industry experience is a plus.
- Experience with contract management systems and legal document workflows.
- Paralegal or legal assistant background preferred.
Work environment
This is a fully onsite position in a professional office setting. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. Limited schedule flexibility may be available based on business needs and legal counsel requirements.
Position details
Contract position based in Glen Cove, NY.
Pay and benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00–$42.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k