What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant to the General Counsel position at Housing Authority of the City of Charleston?
We have work/life balance!
Activities associated with the position include:
Legal Support Duties:
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for General Counsel.
- Draft, review, and proofread contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence.
- Maintain and organize legal files, ensuring proper record-keeping and confidentiality.
- Assist in preparing materials for meetings, hearings, and presentations.
- Coordinate with outside counsel, clients, and regulatory agencies as needed.
- Track deadlines and manage calendars for legal filings, contract renewals, and compliance requirements.
- Assist in the preparation and filing of corporate documents, including licenses and regulatory filings.
- Prepare reports and summaries related to legal and compliance matters.
- Manage and update legal templates and internal policies.
- Support litigation efforts by gathering and organizing documents, coordinating schedules, and liaising with stakeholders.
Administrative Backup Duties:
- Provide general administrative support, including scheduling, correspondence, and office management tasks.
- Serve as backup to the executive administrative assistant during absences or high-volume periods.
- Assist with meeting coordination, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support executive leadership.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,734.40 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best, how would you rate your Microsoft Office skills? (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- What are your salary expectations for the position? (a range is fine)
- Have you ever worked in the legal field?
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,734
