NEW JOB OPENING
LEGAL ASSISTANT
IN Houston, TX, USA!

Education:

• High School Diploma Required.

• Associate's Degree Preferred.



Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of legal administrative experience in oil and gas

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of tools (i.e., Word, Outlook, Forms, PowerPoint, Teams and Excel) and the ability to quickly learn new tools

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Demonstrated high level of initiative, independence and the ability to anticipate needs and requirements

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate at all levels

• Ability to maintain the upmost confidentiality, adapt to changing needs and deadlines and remain calm under pressure

• Ability to effectively communicate (oral and written) at all levels of the organization

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, multi-task and follow through on commitments

• Ability to problem solve and use good judgement in making sound decisions quickly

• Demonstrate a growth mindset

• Ability to commit to contributing your perspective in a professional manner

• Ability to give effective feedback (both positive and constructive) and receive feedback (both positive and constructive) and act upon it



Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in TeamConnect, iManage, PowerBI, Concur



Legal Assistant Job Duties:

• Coordinate and arrange international and domestic travel logistics, including details needed for visas, immunizations, photos, passport renewals, detailed itineraries and travel updates

• Track and gather related expenses and compile complicated expense reports in expense reporting system (CTREX)

• Create and update legal matters in internal matter management system (TeamConnect)

• Run weekly, monthly and quarterly reports using TeamConnect and PowerBI

• Draft, format and revise legal documents under strict deadlines

• Use Microsoft Word track-change function to edit and revise documents

• Assist the lawyers in preparing correspondence, presentations, and routine reports

• Coordinate logistics, agendas and presentation materials for meetings, conferences and special functions

• Process e-billings, invoices and payments within and outside the legal software system, TeamConnect and set up vendors in TeamConnect

• Work in iManage to upload, review and research documents

• Follow through to ensure deadlines are met and proactively follow up with individuals as needed

• Research inquiries and relieve leaders of administrative tasks

• Act as an information resource around computer systems, support software and hardware technical support

• Assist with other duties and special projects, as assigned by Supervising/Managing Counsel and other team members as needed

• Assist and provide backup coverage to other legal assistants



Industry:

• We are seeking a high energy Legal Analyst for a super-major Oil & Gas Corporation



General Information:

• The primary responsibility of this position is to provide administrative support to the International Litigation Attorneys based in California and provide back up support to other Senior Legal Assistants.

• We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, works independently as well as with teams and has demonstrated the ability to multi-task and use independent judgment within the scope of their responsibilities.

• The individual should be able to handle confidential information and establish a positive and professional working relationship with team members, clients and other staff members discreetly and routinely.

• This position requires a high level of initiative, accuracy and attention to detail.

• This position also requires a positive, can-do attitude, strong interpersonal skills, excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask and manage a high volume of work.

• This position reports to the Supervisor, Legal Assistants, Legal Operations & Services, Litigation

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**