Legal Assistant

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Legal Assistant on behalf of a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This is a 3+ month project opportunity offering $23-$30/hour, depending on experience, for a legal support professional who is passionate about using their skills and experience to support an organization grounded in Christian faith and service. The position will begin fully onsite for the first two weeks of training, followed by a hybrid schedule with three days onsite and two days remote per week.

POSITION OVERVIEW:


Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to support its Office of Legal Counsel and assist with legal needs across multiple departments. Working closely with the Supervising Attorney and legal team, this individual will support legal research, document preparation, contract and records management, deadline tracking, and the coordination of legal requests.


The ideal candidate combines strong legal administrative skills, sound judgment, discretion, and technology proficiency with a genuine desire to support the organization's biblical mission and participate in its faith-centered workplace.

PERKS:

• Competitive compensation of $23-$30+/hr, DOE
• Hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week following 2 weeks of fully onsite training
• Opportunity to apply your legal experience within a mission-driven, faith-based nonprofit organization
• Meaningful role supporting legal matters and strategic initiatives across multiple organizational departments
• Direct collaboration with the Supervising Attorney and Office of Legal Counsel
• Exposure to a broad range of in-house legal, contract, compliance, and nonprofit matters
• Technology-forward environment utilizing contract lifecycle management, legal research, and emerging LegalTech tools

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner closely with the Supervising Attorney on day-to-day legal matters, including highly confidential and privileged matters
• Track incoming legal requests, respond to routine inquiries, route matters requiring legal judgment, and monitor deadlines and follow-up items
• Conduct assigned legal research, summarize findings, and draft routine correspondence and legal documents using approved templates for attorney review
• Proofread, organize, and maintain confidential legal documents and records while coordinating document requests, signatures, agreements, registrations, and renewals
• Schedule meetings and coordinate with internal staff, consultants, and outside counsel while compiling materials for reports, presentations, projects, and external requests
• Support contract and legal records management while leveraging technology to improve the efficiency and organization of Office of Legal Counsel operations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Paralegal degree or certificate required; bachelor's degree preferred, along with 1-2 years of legal administrative support experience involving document preparation, records management, and coordination
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to independently manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing requests with accuracy and appropriate urgency
• Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and attorney-client privilege, with sound judgment regarding sensitive information and appropriate communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Google Drive, legal research platforms such as Lexis, and legal technology, with prior experience using contract lifecycle management software strongly valued
• Excellent written and verbal communication, client service, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration skills; prior in-house legal department and/or nonprofit experience preferred

FAITH & MISSION ALIGNMENT:


This position includes a Spiritual Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ). The successful candidate must demonstrate the desire and ability to support the organization's biblical and religious goals and participate in regular work-related spiritual activities. This includes active participation and willingness to pray with and for others and maintaining a courteous, Christ-like approach in internal and external professional communications.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:


This 3+ month project opportunity offers compensation ranging from $23-$30+ per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional project and benefits information will be shared with qualified candidates as available.

HOW TO APPLY:


For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:


Scion Legal is the legal recruiting division of Scion Staffing, Inc., a national award-winning recruiting and staffing firm. Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team-building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct-hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.


We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can be found online.


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