Legal Assistant (Operations & Risk Support) - Northwest Suburbs

Beacon Hill; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a dynamic Legal Department in an entry-level role. This position covers insurance and claims administration, billing, and general legal administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to grow within a cross-functional team, collaborating with internal stakeholders, external partners, and legal counsel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Risk Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience in a legal, compliance, insurance, or administrative support role.
• Basic familiarity with legal and insurance terminology and documentation practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing, tracking, and administration of insurance claims, including auto, workers' compensation, and related matters.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to collect documentation and monitor claim progress.
• Maintain accurate and organized records related to claims, insurance matters, and legal correspondence.
• Review and process invoices, billing statements, and expense-related documentation for legal and insurance functions.
• Support budget tracking and reporting for legal and risk-related expenditures.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including document preparation, filing, and calendar coordination.
• Organize and maintain legal files, case records, and compliance documentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Facilitate communication between internal departments, external counsel, and third-party vendors.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high level of discretion and professionalism.
• Perform additional administrative and operational duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Risk Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Legal Assistant (Legal Operations & Risk Support)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support a dynamic Legal Department. This entry-level role provides critical support across legal operations, including insurance and claims administration, billing, and general legal administrative functions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and eager to grow within a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the processing, tracking, and administration of insurance claims, including auto, workers' compensation, and related matters
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to collect documentation and monitor claim progress
• Maintain accurate and organized records related to claims, insurance matters, and legal correspondence
• Review and process invoices, billing statements, and expense-related documentation for legal and insurance functions
• Support budget tracking and reporting for legal and risk-related expenditures
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including document preparation, filing, and calendar coordination
• Organize and maintain legal files, case records, and compliance documentation in accordance with established procedures
• Facilitate communication between internal departments, external counsel, and third-party vendors
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high level of discretion and professionalism
• Perform additional administrative and operational duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Risk Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1-3 years of experience in a legal, compliance, insurance, or administrative support role
• Basic familiarity with legal and insurance terminology and documentation practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

• Professional office setting with occasional interaction in operational enviroments.

***Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)