Legal Administrative Assistant

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. • Mendon, VT

2d • $52,000 - $69,000

About The Position

The Legal Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and organizational support to Casella’s Legal Department. This role is responsible for coordinating legal documents, managing records, supporting contract workflows, and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations of the legal team. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling confidential information in a fast-paced, professional environment.Hiring range is $52,000-$69,000 based on experience.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or equivalent work experience and 2+ years of administrative experience, preferably in a legal or corporate setting.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities are essential, as is the capacity to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, is also expected.
• The role requires a high level of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Sound professional judgment, discretion, demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, and can collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels—proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with the ability to operate both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepares, formats, proofreads, and files legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Maintains and organizes electronic and physical legal files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assists with contract administration and bid process management, including tracking and approvals.
• Supports legal research and information gathering as requested.
• Coordinates document execution, including signature collection and distribution.
• Manages incoming requests, correspondence, and inquiries for the Legal Department.
• Supports special projects and process improvements within the Legal Department.
• Ensures compliance with all organization, state, and federal policies, regulations, and laws regarding employment and employee safety.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the organization’s products, sales, and services, and performs other applicable duties necessary to help drive the organization's vision and to fulfill its mission, in line with its core values.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees