Executive Legal Assistant — Onsite, Records & Projects

Mhs PA; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support the Office of General Counsel. This role provides executive-level legal administrative support, coordinates high-priority projects, maintains records, and supports shared services.

The position offers year-round onsite work with pay between $26.35 - $35.18 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum 3 years in administrative/legal roles and paralegal certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Paralegal or Legal Assistant certification or degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of administrative, legal assistant, paralegal, project coordination, or related experience.
• Experience supporting attorneys, legal departments, exec leadership, or governance.
• Experience with records management or case management systems is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level legal administrative support and coordinate high-priority legal projects.
• Maintain legal records and case management systems; support Shared Services.
• Assist Deputy General Counsels and back up the Executive Assistant.
• Manage legal intake, filing, calendars, deadlines, and correspondence.
• Research legal and regulatory matters; draft reports, memos, and board materials.
• Prepare presentations and weekly legal reports for the President.
• Promote confidentiality and professional service in all duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Prioritization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal communication

Research and analysis

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Independent work

Professionalism

Customer service orientation

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Paralegal or Legal Assistant certification or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support the Office of General Counsel. This role provides executive-level legal administrative support, coordinates high-priority projects, maintains records, and supports shared services.

The position offers year-round onsite work with pay between $26.35 - $35.18 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum 3 years in administrative/legal roles and paralegal certification are preferred.