Legal Assistant

Job Title:

Legal Assistant

Employment Type:

Contract

Work Hours:

37.5 hrs./week
Work site: 100% Onsite

Location:

One State Street, New York, NY 10004
Job Duration: 2 years
Closing: 11/19/2025.

Minimum Candidate Qualifications :

• Assist Client's Climate Division by conducting legal research, investigating facts, and preparing documents to support the
• Climate Division in its projects and day to day functions.
• Analyze information gathered and prepare summaries of findings. Assignments are varied and require extensive involvement in the program area.
• Compile and organize files and documentation; catalog information; update databases or spreadsheets; and prepare correspondence.
• Handle administrative and organizational tasks to ensure the Climate Division's projects run smoothly. As part of this responsibility, the Legal Assistant must manage schedules, track progress, and facilitate communication among team members and stakeholders. This includes creating and updating project timelines, coordinating meetings, and managing calendars.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of basic legal processes; legal terminology and legal forms; legal research techniques, ability to read, understand and interpret laws, legal documents and other written material.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Educational background or work experience in climate change or resiliency-related topics, including legislative and regulatory measures.
• Experience with conducting geospatial data analysis.

• Monday through Friday, 9 PM to 5 PM; 37.5 hours per week.
• Telecommuting may be allowable upon discretion of the hiring manager.
• Client does not provide parking, but the office is accessible by bus.
• Interviews will be conducted in-person or online based on the availability.
• Training will be provided.

• Our outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us.
• We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House).
• Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.