Legal Support Specialist

Greenberg Traurig•Albany, OR

1d•$32 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Government Law & Policy team as a Legal Support Specialist located in our Albany office. We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our Albany, NY office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Business Director of the Albany office. Position Summary The Legal Support Specialist will support a team of legal and government affairs professionals dedicated to providing first-class service to clients. This individual will be relied upon for thorough, accurate and timely information regarding legislative and regulatory activities, as well as current events, that impact our practice. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Requirements

Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage time effectively
Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate well in a team
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a professional services or law firm
Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Legislative/Government Affairs work strongly preferred
Working knowledge of iManage and Concur preferred

Responsibilities

Performs various administrative and clerical tasks including client interaction, extensive scheduling and document production.
Processes time entry, opens new matters, makes travel arrangements, processes reimbursement expenses, maintains calendars, collates information, writes reports, prepares agendas, reviews and prepares billing invoices, and other administrative duties as needed by the department.
Manages phone lines for supported attorneys, fielding calls and conveying messages as necessary.
Performs overflow typing, filing, or photocopying as time permits and as requested by attorneys.
Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.