Legal Administrative Associate

MetLife • New York, NY • 4h ago

Role Value Proposition:

MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. We're united by our purpose to help our customers and each other create a confident future; we're guided by empathy; and we're inspired by each other to make a difference in the lives of our coworkers, customers, communities, and the world at large. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible.?Join us!

Legal Affairs - Building confident futures is at the center of all our work at MetLife. In Legal Affairs, that means empowering our trusted advisors and advocates to focus on what's possible while safeguarding MetLife's global interests. Collaborating with each other and our businesses around the globe, we support innovative solutions while protecting our customers, employees, communities, and shareholders. And we work in an environment founded on integrity, trust, candor, and respect, where new challenges and diverse perspectives are encouraged and celebrated.

MetLife is seeking a Legal Administrative Associate for its in-house Legal Services Team, which consists of administrative associates and paralegals supporting the Legal Affairs department. The position involves working in various areas of the department to address business needs and requirements.

The role requires sound judgment, attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a complex and fast-paced environment. Candidates should be able to work independently with minimal supervision and possess effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. This position reports to the Services Team manager and involves collaboration with peers, stakeholders, and other members of the Legal Services Team within the Legal Affairs department.

Key Responsibilities:

The Legal Administrative Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Legal Affairs department. By providing reliable support to attorneys and team members, this position ensures that day-to-day operations remain on track and communication remains clear and efficient. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude are essential, allowing the team to focus on important legal work while delivering excellent service to the business

Provides administrative support to attorneys and Services Team members as necessary.

Prioritizes meetings and manages calendar effectively based on business priorities.

Utilizes various systems, including matter management, ebilling, expense reports, and other technology platforms as required.

Communicates with executive assistants of senior leaders across all organizational levels, both internally and externally.

Independently manage performance and time management responsibilities.

Demonstrates skills in prioritization, organization, proofreading, and office administration.

Exhibits initiative and anticipates professional needs.

Arrange business travel, including airlines, hotels, and transportation, and submit expense reimbursement requests promptly.

Maintains documents and records according to administrative and record retention policies.

Assists with department projects as required, exercising judgment within the scope of responsibility and performing other assigned work-related duties.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

Required:

Associate degree or 2-3 years of administrative experience.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe), SharePoint

Excellent organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills required.

Ability to execute with urgency and agility.

Strong record of success collaborating with diverse personalities.

Positive, proactive, and able to adapt to changes in the work environment.

Candidate must be independent, self-motivated, with excellent organizational skills, and possess the ability to work under pressure, manage priorities, handle multiple tasks with frequent tight deadlines, and work well in team environments.

Preferred:

Preferred experience with law firms or in house legal department.

Build trust and maintain confidentiality.

Skilled at multitasking and completing tasks efficiently.

Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely results.

At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans

If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

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