Staff Legal Secretary

Staff Legal SecretaryZurich North America is currently hiring a Staff Legal Secretary to join our team in Maitland, FL office. The Staff Legal Secretary performs a broad range of administrative and secretarial support for three insurance defense attorneys, specializing in Workers' Compensation and General Liability. This position is a hybrid of remote work and in office activity designed to meet the needs of the selected candidate and Zurich North America. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in-office attendance should be expected. The candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into the following North American Claims office: Maitland or Fort Lauderdale office. In this role you will be responsible for: Applying knowledge of legal document formats to prepare and type contracts, briefs, summonses, complaints, and motions. Providing administrative support to 2-3 attorneys such as answering the phone, scheduling, and maintaining calendars, etc. Responding to inquiries from and interacts with customers, clients, counsel, and witnesses. Drafting legal pleadings, correspondence, and other documents as directed. Maintaining accurate litigation management system for assigned attorneys' cases. Organizing and maintaining electronic files related to legal and administrative matters. Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Legal Secretary area within the Insurance industry OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Legal Secretary area within the Insurance industry AND Experience drafting legal documents and correspondence Experience providing administrative support to one or more attorneys Preferred Qualifications: Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree Ability to effectively draft complex legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings Strong Microsoft Office skills Familiarity with litigation management software systems Organization and prioritization skills Experience with Florida jurisdiction & laws Strong written and verbal communication skills Defense litigation experience Experience handling both Workers' Compensation and Litigation mattersYour pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. The proposed hourly range for this position is $24.66-$33.89, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®. Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.