Legal Specialist -Remote (CST or EST)

OneDigital

5d • $50,000 - $60,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Legal Specialist works with leaders of the legal department to facilitate departmental goals. The role supports the legal, risk, and compliance functions as a trusted partner, using project management, problem-solving, and organizational skills to improve team productivity and efficiency. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, key assignments, general project management, and critical thinking. The position is remote and listed for candidates in the Central or Eastern time zones. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without visa or residency sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1–4 years of experience in legal or compliance support.
• Superior organizational skills, demonstrable attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects.
• High energy and enthusiasm, with the ability and desire to work in a high-production, fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, willing to take direction, disciplined, and able to work collaboratively; proven ability to manage processes and meet deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Modify and update form contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Triage and manage legal, risk, and compliance inquiries, and develop protocols to proactively address recurring inquiries and requests.
• Set up new legal matters in matter-management software and track, work, monitor, and update assigned cases.
• Catalog and organize case documents, ensuring materials received are accurately tracked and listed.
• Read and respond to emails, highlight important messages, and keep attorneys informed of pressing matters.
• Gather and organize data for information requests, subpoenas, and other document requests related to litigation, government inquiries, or other matters.
• Conduct general legal research on various matters.
• Manage the legal, risk, and compliance teams’ internal site, including uploading templates, training materials, forms, and guides; help create content to improve legal support and self-service.
• Complete assignments from the manager to assist the legal, risk, and compliance teams.

Benefits

• Health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits for eligible employees.
• Paid time off.
• Overtime pay for non-exempt employees.
• Learning and development programs.
• Reimbursement of job-related expenses according to company policy.
• Employee perks and discounts.
• Some roles may be eligible for variable compensation, commission, and/or an annual bonus based on individual and/or company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level