Legal Administrator

Overview

About Us:

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Legal Administrator - 18095

The Corporate Legal Administrator is responsible for maintaining and administering aspects of the Law Department. Area of responsibilities include: administrative and secretarial support to a companys legal department, which includes tasks like managing calendars, drafting correspondence, preparing legal documents, contract management, and organizing case files. They also assist with legal research, coordinate meetings, handle client communication, and help prepare for trials or other proceedings, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Law Department.

The Corporate Legal Administrator reports to the Senior Corporate Counsel and provides primary general support to the Senior Corporate Counsel and to the other members of the Legal Department, as needed.

• Assists the Legal Team with process of preparing, reviewing, revising, and analyzing commercial contracts and other legal agreements, including NDAs, in a timely fashion while accurately reflecting the business transaction and minimizing risk.
• Liaises and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in connection on all matters requiring corporate legal support.
• Assists in the issuance and maintenance of legal hold notices, preparation of affidavits, and assists with discovery requests and other procedural aspects of litigation matters.
• Manages document organization and supports contract management processes.
• Provides administrative assistance, as needed, including answering phones, obtaining apostilles and notarized documents and any other task as warranted.
• Active utilizer of matter management and contract management software, including some administrative functions such as scanning, field population, date monitoring, report construction-generation, etc.
• Takes on additional tasks, special projects, and other related duties and/or direction as assigned and work collaboratively with all team members at all levels in the organization.

• Strong organizational skills: The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines is crucial.
• Attention to detail: Accuracy is vital for drafting documents and managing files.
• Excellent written and verbal communication: This includes proficiency in grammar, spelling, and transcription. Discretion and professionalism:
  Handling sensitive information requires a high level of discretion.
• Technical proficiency: Familiarity with legal software and standard office suites (like Microsoft Outlook) is essential.
• Legal knowledge: A basic understanding of legal procedures is beneficial.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and other staff.
• Associate of Arts degree (A.A.) or Associates of Science degree (A.S.) from a college or university [Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) preferred]; or 3-8 years related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-8 years of experience at a law firm or in-house law department, in-house law department experience preferred.
• Notary public (or willingness to obtain).

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional…