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Legal Assistant / Senior Legal Assistant

Springer Nature, New York, NY, United States


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Job Title Senior Legal Assistant

Location New York (Hybrid Working Model)

About Springer Nature Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature.

About The Role The Senior Legal Assistant will provide administrative and corporate governance support as the primary focus of the role, along with legal and operational assistance to a dynamic team of legal professionals in New York. Working alongside a team dedicated to delivering expert advice to the U.S. market, the position plays an important part in advancing Springer Nature’s mission and protecting its businesses and reputation globally.

Responsibilities

Manage calendars, schedules, and travel arrangements, including visa applications and expense processing

Organize meetings and conference calls; prepare related documents and presentations

Maintain physical and electronic files and manage departmental office supplies

Process expenses and handle general clerical duties such as photocopying, mailing, and filing

Prepare advanced Microsoft PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets

Manage corporate secretarial functions for U.S. entities, including maintaining corporate books and records, preparing minutes and consents, officers’ certificates, and coordinating required state filings with outside counsel

Monitor alerts from corporate compliance services to help respond to government filing requirements and legal notifications

Assist with KYC and other informational requests

Provide administrative support to the U.S. legal team, including assisting with contract management, project support, and maintenance of physical and electronic files

Attend, keep minutes, and assist with the preparation of agendas for certain meetings involving major projects

Review all incoming subpoenas, complaints, and lawsuits in the U.S. and coordinate responses with appropriate members of the legal team

Assist attorneys with litigation-related tasks such as document production

Assist with the creation of intercompany agreements, including the preparation of schedules and exhibits

Support due diligence efforts in M&A transactions

Assist with legal research and analysis

Assist with management of legal team databases and document management systems, including data entry and retrieval

Provide administrative support for trademarks

Maintain standard form/model legal documentation and department training, and research materials

Review bankruptcy filing notifications to the New York office and delegate follow-up actions to appropriate attorneys or central services colleagues

Review physical mail and electronic communications sent to the New York legal department and delegate to the appropriate legal colleague or stakeholder

Support risk management oversight for U.S. market with Head of Legal

Support learning and development administration, including the facilitation of GCO programs

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Six or more years’ previous legal or high-level professional admin experience, preferably in an international company

Corporate governance experience or exposure is required; certification a plus

Familiarity with corporate law concepts and ability to support governance processes a plus

Strong organization skills and excellent time management

Excellent attention to detail, project management, and a high level of accuracy

Collaborative team player

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Workiva, Freshdesk, SharePoint, iManage, and Xflow is a plus

Professional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization

High level of integrity and strong professional ethics

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match and contribution

Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off

Flexible Spending and Commuter programs

Multiple Life insurance options

Disability coverage

Tuition Assistance

Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts

An array of Employee Social Networks

Salary US Annualized Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, and equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following

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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion At Springer Nature, our mission is to part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here:

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Career Opportunities For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit

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