Paralegals and Legal Assistants (Downtown NYC)

at  Robert Half

In DOWNTOWN MANHATTAN, NY: Our client - major state agency serving the public interest of all New Yorkers (enforcing laws to protect consumers, tenants, patients, workers, investors, and charitable donors) - is searching for a Paralegal and Legal Assistant to support their team on a long-term, contract basis. The successful candidate for this role will assist in various legal and administrative tasks, including reviewing legal or financial documents, creating business letters, notices and other documents, and proofreading.

REQUIRED / IDEAL SKILLSET

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong skills in performing office functions such as managing files, drafting correspondence, and organizing office schedules.
• Ability to perform ad hoc financial tasks including budgeting, financial reporting, and invoice processing.
• Excellent proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience in processing legal notices and documents.
• Proficiency in photocopying and scanning documents for record keeping.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrable knowledge of legal terminologies and procedures.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• A degree in paralegal studies or a related field is preferred.

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• Undertake the review and analysis of legal and financial documents.
• Assist in the creation of business letters, notices, and other relevant documents.
• Implement proofreading practices to ensure the accuracy and quality of written materials.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite for various office functions and tasks.
• Perform ad hoc financial tasks as required.
• Maintain an organized and detail-oriented work approach.
• Develop and maintain a professional and focused work environment.
• Assist in photocopying and scanning documents as needed.
• Learn and apply criteria carefully and thoughtfully.
• Maintain a high level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites.

Position is fully in-office (Downtown NYC) and pays hourly. If interested in pursuing further, please send resumes - in MICROSOFT WORD FORMAT - to bryan.ogilvie at RobertHalf.

• IMPORTANT NOTE: Our client is hoping to identify someone with this skill set on a CONSULTANCY (i.e. project/hourly pay) basis. Please *DO NOT apply to this role if you are searching only for (or primarily for) a full-time / permanent opportunity, as inbox is managed by Recruiters who specialize in contract placements only.