The Legal Support Assistant performs moderately complex and varied assignments. Most of the impact is related to quality of execution. Works with limited supervision. May service an expansive array of products/services. Demonstrates technical/administrative expertise. Applies specialized functional area skills and basic knowledge including underlying professional/technical principles or standards. The technical procedures for this level are well defined. Understands how duties relate with others in the team/unit and how the unit integrates with others in accomplishing the work of the function. Exchanges moderately complex information with others. There may be occasional handling of awkward contacts. Basic knowledge of the organization and its policies required. Applies research, information gathering and analysis skills to factual information. Applies judgment based on practice and precedence. Selects the best course of action from a broad array of defined options, understanding the consequences of each.Responsibilities:
Performs legal support related to legal operations, technology, budget/expenses, risk/controls, litigation/discovery/settlements or administration
Performs varied work requests from multiple sources that may be complex in character and have tight deadlines
Day-to-day actions focused on administering defined procedures, analyses and report preparation
Individual will have their work thoroughly reviewed by more senior incumbent and will have limited contact outside their immediate area
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Qualifications:
1-3 years relevant experience
Experience working in corporate legal department, law firm, financial services, consulting, technology firm or related industry
Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, exceptional verbal communication and listening skills
Knowledge of legal customs and practices
Project administration skills
Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. Legal ProfessionalsFull time5800 SOUTH CORPORATE PLACE$39,520.00 - $50,770.00