Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future. 

At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship, including Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT).

We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients.

The Company

Munich Re America Services (MRAS) is a shared service organization that delivers services to all Munich Re US P&C Companies and other group entities.

As a member of Munich Re's US operations, we offer the financial strength and stability that comes with being part of the world's preeminent insurance and reinsurance brand. Our risk experts work together to assemble the right mix of products and services to help our clients stay competitive – from traditional reinsurance coverages, to niche and specialty reinsurance and insurance products.

Responsibilities:

• • Prepares  and edits legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
  • Organizes and maintains legal files, ensuring they are up-to-date and easily accessible.
  • Manages scheduling and communication.
  • Schedules larger events and meetings.
  • Identifies areas for process and/or efficiency improvements.
  • Performs administrative tasks.
  • Performs other duties as assigned and in coordination with supervising attorney.
  • Works under moderate supervision of one or more attorneys to support moderate and / or complex projects, analyses, or internal clients and interfaces with external parties.
  • Moderate autonomy and discretion at this level. Generally operates under general direction from legal or compliance department management.
  • Visibly accountable to team, department, and/or company.
  • Uses moderate judgment and discretion based on knowledge and experience, subject to attorney oversight.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates will possess the following skills/capabilities

• • Clear verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to maintain paper and digital filing systems, manage calendars, and schedule appointments
  • Proficient in use of office software including Microsoft Office and related products, operating printers, scanners and other office equipment
  • Attention to detail including proofreading documents, ensuring data accuracy, and handling sensitive information with confidentiality
  • Time management skills including prioritizing daily tasks, meeting tight deadlines, and multitasking in fast-paced settings
  • Ability to address and resolve day-to-day office challenges
  • Possess a polite, patient and professional demeanor when interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
  • 3 or more years of experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent work experience
  • Ability to travel nationally; up to 10%.

The Company is open to considering candidates in Princeton, NJ. The salary range posted below applies to the Company’s Princeton location. The base salary range anticipated for this position is $62,000 - $88,000 plus opportunity for company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay.  In addition, the company makes available a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).  The salary estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for candidates hired in this position in Princeton, NJ. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the range. 

At Munich Re, we see Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.   

 We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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