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Executive Assistant I / Paralegal

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Sierra Nevada Corporation

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • Sparks

AI generated summary

  • You must have a B.A. and 2 years of relevant experience (or H.S. Diploma and 3 years), advanced MS Office skills, strong communication, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
  • You will provide legal support, manage calendars, draft documents, process invoices, maintain files, and conduct research, ensuring efficient operations within the legal department.

Requirements

  • Must-haves:
  • B.A. (or equivalent degree) and 2 years of relevant work experience, or H.S. Diploma and 3 years of relevant work experience.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, and SharePoint is required.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Must be extremely dynamic, demonstrate initiative, and have the ability to multi-task in a very fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work well both independently and on a team
  • Extensive organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficient communication skills are required.
  • Must be able to interpret the intent of available guidelines and use considerable judgment in applying them to individual situations.
  • Ability to develop high levels of credibility and forge solid and positive professional relationships with peers, management, and internal and external customers/partners
  • Preferred:
  • Paralegal Certification
  • Experience in a DOD environment and familiarity government travel requirements
  • Experience supporting legal teams, exposure to legal language, and/or legal contracts/filings.
  • Experience with Concur Travel and Expense platform or other travel management system.
  • Proven interpersonal communication skills with personnel at all levels internal and external to the organization, including foreign and military officials.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal administrative support to attorneys and operations employees within legal department, including calendaring, travel, processing expense reports, meeting/conference call coordination, mail distribution and similar administrative items
  • Draft and edit letters, memos, and other legal documents as required
  • Create and update templates according to new guidelines, policies or legal requirements and maintaining database for templates
  • Assist in processing Legal invoices and preparing check requests
  • Assist in management of the Legal and Corporate books and files
  • Perform research on issues and provide executive summaries of findings

FAQs

What type of experience is required for this position?

A B.A. (or equivalent degree) with 2 years of relevant work experience or a H.S. Diploma with 3 years of relevant work experience is required.

Is a paralegal certification preferred for this role?

Yes, a paralegal certification is preferred.

What software skills are necessary for this job?

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, and SharePoint is required.

Will I be expected to manage the General Counsel's calendar?

Yes, maintaining calendar details and managing scheduling for the General Counsel and legal team is a key responsibility.

Are there opportunities for travel coordination in this role?

Yes, coordination of domestic and international travel, including visa and passport requirements, is part of the job.

What are the working hours for this position?

The specific working hours are not outlined in the job description; candidates are encouraged to discuss this during the interview.

Is experience in a DOD environment a requirement?

Experience in a DOD environment and familiarity with government travel requirements are preferred but not required.

What benefits does SNC offer?

SNC offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Is this position open to non-U.S. citizens?

No, applicants must be U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals eligible to obtain authorization from the U.S. Department of State or Commerce.

How does SNC approach diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination, welcoming all employees to bring their whole selves to work.

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

SNC is an innovative and agile aerospace and defense contractor. We design, manufacture, and enhance spacecraft, aircraft, ground vehicles, electronics, hardware and software, and provide services that serve and empower our astronauts, war fighters, and first responders. Honored as a Tier I Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, we consistently rank among America’s fastest growing businesses. We were also selected to represent the commercial space industry by the newly formed National Space Council as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space. Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Reno/Sparks, Nevada (America's #1 Best Small City), SNC is privately owned and operates under the leadership of owners, CEO Fatih Ozmen, and Chairwoman & President Eren Ozmen. Today we have nearly 4,000 employees in 32 locations in 19 U.S. states, England, Germany and Turkey.