Legal Assistant

Insight Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Legal Reading Assistant to join our legal team for a top fintech client. The role blends executive administrative duties with document-focused support, including reading documents aloud and proofreading.

You will manage calendars, arrange travel, and collaborate with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in admin/legal support, strong communication, and comfort with AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an administrative, executive support, legal support, or coordination-focused role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong proofreading, editing, and document review abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Comfort using AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or similar in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Read law documents aloud to a visually impaired legal professional.
• Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange domestic and international travel for a senior legal professional.
• Review, proofread, edit, and assist with the preparation of legal and business documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Leverage AI tools to support document creation, organization, and workflow efficiency.
• Read and summarize written materials to facilitate review and processing of documents and correspondence.
• Provide day-to-day organizational, communication, and operational support in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and support ongoing projects using Microsoft Office and business tools.
• Exercise discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and adapt to evolving business needs.

Skills

Administrative support

Proofreading

Calendar management

Travel coordination

AI tools

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Legal Reading Assistant to join the legal team at its top fintech client.

This role provides dedicated support to a visually impaired legal professional, combining traditional executive administrative responsibilities with document focused assistance. The ideal candidate will manage calendars, coordinate travel, schedule meetings, and serve as a trusted partner in daily operations. A key aspect of the position involves reviewing, proofreading, and reading documents aloud while leveraging AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to assist with document creation and refinement. Candidates should possess strong written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and be comfortable using technology in a professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in the legal field who is looking to gain hands‑on exposure to legal operations and emerging AI‑driven workflows.

Core Responsibilities:

• Read law document aloud to a visually impaired legal professional.
• Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange domestic and international travel for a senior legal professional.
• Review, proofread, edit, and assist with the preparation of legal and business documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to support document creation, organization, and workflow efficiency.
• Read and summarize written materials, helping facilitate the review and processing of documents and correspondence.
• Serve as a trusted administrative partner by providing day-to-day organizational, communication, and operational support in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications and other business tools to maintain records, prepare reports, and support ongoing projects.
• Exercise strong judgment, professionalism, and discretion while handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.

Must Haves:

• 2+ years of experience in an administrative, executive support, legal support, or coordination-focused role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong proofreading, editing, and document review abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Comfort using AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and deadlines simultaneously.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Located in the Eastern or Central Time Zone.