Legal Administrator

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Administrator to support contract-related operations and help ensure a smooth experience for clients and internal stakeholders in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on coordinating legal documentation, organizing workflow through ticketing systems, and maintaining accurate records across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with cross-functional teams, handling time-sensitive requests, and keeping contract matters moving efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client questions related to documentation and guide them through required materials with clarity and professionalism.
• Coordinate closely with Legal, Sales, Finance, and other internal teams to support efficient contract processing and a positive client experience.
• Oversee incoming requests in the legal ticketing queue, route matters to the appropriate attorneys, and create follow-up tasks when additional action is needed.
• Maintain organized contract files by filing correspondence, closing documents, and related records while updating statuses and notes accurately.
• Administer legal operations tools by refreshing templates, processing high-volume forms, and keeping shared resources current.
• Support signature collection for agreements and related legal documents to help move transactions forward on schedule.
• Contribute to special assignments and provide assistance with overflow work as business needs arise.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in legal administration, legal document support, or a similar contract-focused role. • Working knowledge of contract documentation and the legal requirements associated with agreement processing. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage records accurately and stay organized across multiple priorities. • Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with colleagues and external contacts at different levels. • Clear communication skills and a consistent approach to respectful, ethical, and inclusive interactions. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. • Experience with tools such as SharePoint, Jira, NetSuite, DocuSign, and Salesforce is preferred. • Willingness and ability to travel as required for the position.
The pay range for this position is $30 to $35. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.   Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Compensation

$33.25-$38.50 Hourly

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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