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Legal Assistant

Paramount

New York, NYContract$56–70K/yrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$56–70K/yr
Location
New York, NY
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Paramount Television Studios' Legal Affairs group seeks a Legal Assistant to provide administrative support to attorneys, coordinating meetings, managing calendars, handling travel and expenses, and assisting with document preparation and contract tracking.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingResearch

Qualifications

2 Years Administrative ExperienceBachelor's Degree or Equivalent Work Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content you in?

Weve got the brands, weve got the stars, weve got thepowerto achieve our mission to entertain the planet now all were missing is YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter both for our audiences and our employees and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

The Paramount Television Studios' Legal Affairs group is looking for a Legal Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will provideadministrative support to the VP, Senior Counsel & Counsel.

Responsibilities:

Provide primary support to multiple attorneys on the east coast, and assist west coast attorneys on an as needed basis

Coordinate internal and external meetings and conference calls, both regularly scheduled and special-purpose, including coordinating booking conference rooms and IT support

Organization of project files and related information, including uploading and searching in department document databases

Manage Outlook calendar and contacts, including project contact lists and calendars

Prepare and submit travel and expense reports

Establish and maintain relationships with internal departments and external parties

Research and prepare materials and charts for specific projects

Format time-sensitive documents where attention to detail is key

Manage document distribution

Assist with proofreading, redlining, and comparing legal documents

Track contract deadlines, renewals, and expirations

Process and track outside counsel invoices and legal department expenses

Basic Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a legal setting (not including internships)

Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience preferred

High proficiency with PC and Microsoft software including, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with senior management, staff, other administrators, and external parties

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $56,000.00 - 70000.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What We Offer:

  • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

  • Generous paid time off.

  • An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramounts most dynamic teams.

  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.

  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

  • Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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