Associate Paralegal

GRAY, Inc•Lexington, KY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Gray Inc is looking to add an Associate Paralegal to join their team in their Lexington, KY office. This position will provide administrative and paralegal support to the legal and risk management team. While this role has an administrative component, there will be opportunities for special projects, learning, and growth to support a fast-growing group. The company is a fully integrated design-builder delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, Gray has grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked industry leader, serving top domestic and international companies in various markets. Their integrated approach allows them to deliver value at every phase of a project. The company culture is built on teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

At least an associate’s degree or higher from a college or university.
One to two years of experience in a paralegal role either for a company or a law firm.
Basic computer skills including the ability to utilize word processing, spreadsheets, software, and e-mail.
Excellent communication skills.
Must be physically present in the Lexington office.
A willingness to learn new programs and develop new processes, as needed, by the department.
An energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment.
A passion for collaboration and professional development.
Sound judgment and responsible decision-making.
Attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring a high level of responsiveness.
Highly motivated, organized individual able to perform with minimal supervision.
Ability to make decisions and help grow and define a new role for a growing group.
Ability to meet project deadlines and manage priorities in a fast-moving and high growth environment.
Must maintain confidentiality of day-to-day business activities.
Ability to independently answer questions and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel on behalf of those who he/she supports.
May attend meetings or calls on behalf of the others within the legal and risk management team, as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a law firm, construction or engineering firm, is highly preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist the legal/risk management team in drafting and tracking notices and letters.
Provide administrative and substantive support with planning Board and Shareholder meetings.
Organize and maintain file system of legal and risk management templates and SOP’s and assist to publish updated and new processes for the group.
Analyze current processes of the legal/risk management group and suggest/drive process improvements or changes.
Act as the primary in-office representation for the legal/risk management teams; including greeting department visitors, handling incoming communications, and serving as central point of contact for administrative inquiries.
Process mail daily, including scanning, logging, and distributing notices of furnishings and other correspondence to the appropriate internal teams.
Support the legal and risk management team with administrative tasks, including but not limited to completing and submitting expense reports and time sheets, and calendaring team meetings, as requested.
Receive, review, approve, and track legal invoices. Evaluates process improvements and ways to reduce overall legal spend.
Manage corporate registrations and support licensing and corporate compliance efforts as assigned.
Prepare and coordinate content and presentation materials for internal trainings and meetings.
Work with other members of the legal/risk management team on special projects and initiatives.
Meet time sensitive deadlines with accuracy while maintaining a high degree of customer service.
Maintain confidentiality of day-to-day business activities.
Independently answer questions and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel on behalf of those who he/she supports.
May attend meetings or calls on behalf of the others within the legal and risk management team, as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.