Administrative Assistant, Paralegal
About The Position
We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world. We are currently seeking an eager and exceptional Paralegal Administrative Assistant in our Santa Monica office. The person in this position will provide paralegal support to litigation attorneys in the Business and Legal Affairs Department.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; extremely detail-oriented
- Professional demeanor and sound judgment
- Follows up on delegated assignments through completion
- Self-starter, who takes initiative and is resourceful; takes ownership of tasks and projects
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize; works well under pressure
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Excellent typing and computer skills, including in Word, Excel, Outlook
- Advanced computer experience: Microsoft Word (including tables and redlining), Excel
- BA or BS degree from an accredited college or university
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience as a paralegal, with preparation of claims, or contract analysis is a plus
Responsibilities
- Support policing of infringement of our content, including the investigation, evidence collection, confirmation of rights, and working with counsel to assert and pursue claims
- Research claims asserted by and against UMG business units
- Assist in responding to discovery requests, subpoenas, liens, and levies
- Assist with a comprehensive quarterly report of legal matters affecting the company, including liaising with other attorneys, departments and agencies for updated information
- Review and summarize contracts
- Prepare and revise agreements, charts, memoranda, correspondence and other documents
- Provide administrative support, including preparation and handling of correspondence, expense reports, and travel arrangements
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
- Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
- Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
- 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
- 2-weeks paid Winter Break
- 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
- Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
- Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
