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Administrative Assistant

Brookfield Properties
Brook Chicago
Full-time

Job Description

Position Summary

To provide legal administrative assistance for the attorneys and paralegals in the Real Estate, Litigation and Asset Recovery groups.

Responsibilities

Prepare and revise documents at the direction of attorneys and paralegals.

Maintain online (and as applicable, physical) file and document management systems, including data entry, document uploading, document retrieval and status tracking.

Draft transmittal letters and assemble packages of documents for delivery.

Support transaction closings by compiling and completing deliverables at the direction of attorneys and paralegals.

Assist with the creation of new matters for outside counsel services through the company’s online legal billing platform, as well as processing and tracking payment of legal invoices.

Prepare and compile estoppel certificates and accompanying request letters.

Work on special Legal Department projects as assigned or initiate special projects.

Qualifications

High School Diploma

2 years of experience in an administrative support role

Team player

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Able to quickly learn and be proficient with additional software packages

Experience with document or contract management systems preferred

Strong work ethic and sense of professionalism, demonstrating accountability, integrity and good judgment

Ability to work efficiently, juggle multiple projects with appropriate prioritization, adhere to quick deadlines and adapt to evolving circumstances

Effective decision-making skills

Highly organized and project oriented

Excellent business writing and verbal communication skills

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

30+ days ago
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