Legal Administrative Assistant (Temp)
About The Position
GKN Aerospace's Defense Business Line is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide administrative support to the Legal Department. This role is responsible for maintaining legal records, organizing documents, supporting department administrative activities, and assisting with day-to-day office functions. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information. This position is well-suited for an individual with administrative support experience who is interested in working within a corporate legal environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 2 years of administrative, clerical, office support, or legal support experience.
- Office administration experience required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professional demeanor and ability to handle confidential information.
- Must qualify as a U.S. Person in accordance with applicable government and defense industry requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a legal office, law firm, or corporate legal department.
- Legal secretary, legal assistant, records management, or document control experience.
- Civil litigation experience preferred.
- Associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or coursework in Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience maintaining databases and electronic records.
- Detail oriented and highly organized.
- Strong administrative and record keeping skills.
- Dependable and self-motivated.
- Ability to follow established processes and procedures.
- Customer service oriented with a collaborative approach.
- Willingness to learn and grow within a corporate environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, format, proofread, and distribute legal and business documents.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical files, records, and department documentation.
- Assist with document routing, tracking, filing, and record retention activities.
- Enter, update, and maintain information within department databases and tracking systems.
- Scan, copy, upload, and archive documents in accordance with company procedures.
- Assist with the preparation and processing of routine forms, agreements, and correspondence.
- Conduct basic database and document searches as requested.
- Respond to routine requests for records, documents, and information.
- Support office administrative functions including file management, record keeping, and document control.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information.
- Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities.
- Chance to be part of an organization at the cutting edge of the industry.
- Commitment to pushing boundaries.
- Some of the best training on offer in the industry.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.
- Culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.
- Accessible recruitment process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
