Legal Assistant

THIS ROLE WILL BE ONSITE 5 DAYS PER WEEK IN MANHATTAN. An award-winning, multi-disciplinary architecture and design firm is seeking a sharp, highly organized Legal Assistant to join its fast-paced and collaborative environment. This is a high-visibility role working directly with the Chief Legal Counsel, supporting legal operations across a dynamic and creative organization.If you thrive in a detail-driven role and enjoy partnering cross-functionally with teams like Design, Finance, HR, Marketing, and PR, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a broad, business-facing legal support position.🔑 What You’ll DoDraft, format, and proofread contracts, agreements, and legal documentationManage and maintain digital and physical legal files with precisionOversee and update legal databases and document management systemsSupport legal workflows across multiple departments including Design, Accounting, HR, Marketing, and PRAssist with contract tracking, compliance documentation, and internal legal requestsCoordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure timely execution of legal processes🎯 What We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience3+ years of experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Coordinator, or similar roleProven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentExceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skillsStrong attention to detail with a process-oriented mindsetAbility to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalismProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat⭐ Nice to HaveExperience supporting legal teams in architecture, construction, real estate, design, or entertainment industriesFamiliarity with contract lifecycle management or legal operations workflows