Legal Assistant / Back-Up Receptionist

US DEFAULT GROUP, INC.; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive training and mentoring

Paid time off

Job summary

US DEFAULT GROUP, INC. in Plantation, Florida, seeks a Legal Assistant / Back-Up Receptionist to support a high-volume creditors’ rights practice. The role emphasizes organization, communication, and Microsoft Office proficiency in a fast-paced, in-office environment.

Shifts available: 8am-5pm, 8:30am-5:30pm, or 9am-6pm with a 1-hour lunch. Competitive pay and comprehensive training are offered; this position is not remote or hybrid.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual - preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and relay messages with accuracy.
• Address internal, external and client queries professionally.
• Receive, sort and maintain organized mail records.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support.
• Possess intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Organize large volumes of information efficiently.
• Communicate effectively via verbal and written electronic correspondence.
• Maintain professionalism in attire, customer communication and punctuality.
• Manage time to meet tight deadlines.
• Work independently and ensure visitor entry and security compliance.
• Schedule and maintain daily appointments, meetings and room reservations.
• Track front desk inventory and monitor office equipment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organization

Communication

Time management

Independence

Bilingual - preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Legal Assistant / Back-Up Receptionist

US DEFAULT GROUP, INC. Plantation, Florida, United States

About this position

COMPANY OVERVIEW

RAS LaVrar is a rapidly expanding creditors’ rights law firm servicing some of the largest financial institutions in the country. Our offices, home to hundreds of employees across seven states, work diligently to ensure our interests are in constant alignment with those of our clients. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment with opportunities for training and professional development. This is a high-volume and fast-paced practice that prides itself on efficiency and innovation.

The Legal Assistant \ Back-up Receptionist role will provide our new hire with the unique opportunity to learn about various aspects of a prestigious legal group, as well as demonstrate their ability to meet performance expectations. We are seeking a candidate with a strong grasp on the fundamentals of providing office assistance, a desire to learn, and the ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines in a fast- paced environment. The ideal candidate will pay meticulous attention to detail, producing accurate and high-quality work product. The candidate must be able to work independently and possess working knowledge of the Microsoft suite.

Job Responsibilities, Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Answer telephones, manage re-direction of all communication and effectively relay messages with accuracy
• Address all internal, external and client queries with a high degree of professionalism
• Receive, sort and maintain organized record of mail received and postage sent out
• Provide general administrative and clerical support
• Intermediate to advanced-level computer (Microsoft Office) and general office skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize large volumes of information efficiently and effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate through both verbal and written electronic correspondence
• Possess a high degree of professionalism in attire, customer communication and punctuality
• Exceptional time-management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Ensure the firm remains in compliance with regards to visitor entry and office security
• Schedule and maintain a calendar of daily appointments, including meetings and room reservations
• Track front desk office inventory, as well as monitor and maintain all general office equipment

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate to advanced-level computer (Microsoft Office) and general office skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize large volumes of information efficiently and effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate through both verbal and written electronic correspondence
• Possess a high degree of professionalism in attire, customer communication and punctuality
• Exceptional time-management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently

Required Education and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual - preferred but not required

Job Type and Compensation

• Competitive Pay – commensurate to your experience
• Comprehensive training and mentoring programs
• Paid time off
• Shifts available: 8am to 5pm OR 8:30am to 5:30pm OR 9am to 6pm.
• Lunch : 1 hour
• Office Environment: This is an in-office position.This position is not remote or hybrid.