Senior Legal Executive Assistant

Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity Clinical Research, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the General Counsel and Legal Department in Durham, NC. The role is essential for ensuring efficient legal operations, confidential management of sensitive information, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, along with at least four years of executive assistant experience in a legal environment. The position requires a proactive work style – a great opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to contribute significantly to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four to six years of executive assistant experience.
• Prior experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Notary Public Certification in North Carolina (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive administrative support to the General Counsel.
• Support day-to-day operations of the Legal Department.
• Assist with contract administration and compliance activities.
• Manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Coordinate departmental initiatives, meetings, and training sessions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Proactive work style

Project management

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Velocity Clinical Research, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the General Counsel and Legal Department in Durham, NC. The role is essential for ensuring efficient legal operations, confidential management of sensitive information, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, along with at least four years of executive assistant experience in a legal environment. The position requires a proactive work style – a great opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to contribute significantly to a dynamic team.