Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Wold Architects and Engineers is a dynamic, growth-oriented architectural and engineering firm headquartered in downtown Minneapolis. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and dependable Legal Assistant to join our corporate team.

As a key member of the corporate team, the Legal Assistant will provide administrative and operational support related to contracts, insurance, corporate records, and legal research. This position works closely with company leadership and internal departments to help manage legal documentation and support business operations. This role is ideal for an individual looking to grow their career within a collaborative and mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, proofread, and format contracts, legal documents, and professional correspondence
• Conduct legal and regulatory research using available resources and databases
• Support the management of corporate compliance activities by tracking deadlines and preparing required filings
• Maintain organized and accurate legal files, contract records, and research documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including senior leadership
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Professional Growth & Development

• Collaborate with external parties regarding contracts, insurance and legal correspondence
• Exposure to legal, operational, and business functions across the organization.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve legal workflows and organizational efficiency.
• Ongoing mentorship, training and professional development and opportunities for increased responsibilities within a collaborative legal team.

Skills/Education:

• 0-3 years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in Pre-Law, Legal Studies, Communications, Business Administration, Humanities, or a related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Customer-service mindset with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, contracts administration, or similar role preferred
• Experience working in a professional services environment is a plus
• Interest in pursuing a legal, compliance, contracts, or corporate administration career path

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• PTO frontloaded for immediate use
• Hybrid or flexible work scheduling (role-dependent)
• Paid parental leave and paid volunteer time
• FSA and HSA options
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and dependent care assistance
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Frequent employee events and collaborative firm culture

Wold Architects and Engineers is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.