Assistant, Legal
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- $60 - $80,000
- New York, NY
October 15, 2024
Job Description
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
SUMMARY
This role reports to members of the League’s Legal Department and will focus on assisting our Legal Events Group, while also providing administrative support to the Legal Group at large. The candidate must be exceedingly well organized, adaptable, a clear and concise communicator and be able to prioritize workflow and anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment with good judgment, professionalism, and discretion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Events-related matters
General
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/Experience
The NHL offers U.S. regular, full-time employees:
Salary
ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey to celebrate fans of every race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone – and inclusion belongs on the ice, in the locker rooms, boardrooms and stands.
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey to celebrate fans of every race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone – and inclusion belongs on the ice, in the locker rooms, boardrooms and stands.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
SUMMARY
This role reports to members of the League’s Legal Department and will focus on assisting our Legal Events Group, while also providing administrative support to the Legal Group at large. The candidate must be exceedingly well organized, adaptable, a clear and concise communicator and be able to prioritize workflow and anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment with good judgment, professionalism, and discretion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
Events-related matters
- Track and project manage agreements and insurance requirements
- Oversee maintenance and organization of physical and electronic agreement files
General
- Schedule and coordinate logistics for internal and external in-person and video conferencing system meetings
- Answer incoming calls, take and deliver messages and route calls to others as appropriate
- Arrange domestic and international travel and travel-related activities, including hotel bookings, transportation, etc.
- Process invoices through the League’s electronic system
- Draft correspondence
- Complete special projects as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/Experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Monday.com and Concur software, with willingness and ability to learn other internal software systems
Preferred
- Minimum three years previous experience in an administrative support role strongly preferred
- Experience with insurance and certificates of insurance
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Education/Certifications
- College degree preferred
Required Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with personnel at all levels of an organization
- Excellent prioritization, time management and detail-oriented skills, with the ability to recognize and adapt to rapidly changing demands
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
CORE COMPETENCIES
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusion
- Professionalism
- Teamwork & Collaboration
The NHL offers U.S. regular, full-time employees:
Time to Recharge: Utilize our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to focus on your well-being and ensure a healthy work/life balance. PTO includes paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
Ability to Focus on your Health: Along with competitive salaries, the NHL offers comprehensive health benefits to employees and their eligible dependents effective on their first day with us – there is no waiting period. The NHL subsidizes a large portion of the health benefits costs, therefore your cost for medical, dental and vision coverage is minimal.
We also offer our employees and members of their household access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, physical, and financial health. In addition, employees have access to a digital wellness resource designed to improve health and happiness through courses in sleep, movement, and focus. These services are confidential and at no-cost to our employees.
Childcare Leave: Because your family is the NHL family, employees are offered comprehensive Childcare Leave to welcome your new addition. The primary caregiver to the child is entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Employees that are not the primary caregiver to the child are entitled to up to 6 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, which must be taken within the first 6 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Confidence in your Retirement Goals: Participate in the NHL’s Savings Plan which includes a 401K (pre-tax and Roth options) plus non-elective (employer) contributions to keep your retirement goals on track.
A Hybrid Work Schedule: The NHL recognizes the value of flexibility in work locations/schedules to help our employees balance work/life priorities. Hybrid work schedules are available for a majority of our roles.
Our New Headquarters: Our new, state of the art, offices are located at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards. When you’re in the office, you can conduct meetings in one of our high-tech conference rooms, have lunch with a view or play in the game room. Employees can also enjoy New York’s newest neighborhood that is home to more than 100 shops, culinary experiences, and public artwork.
A Savings for Commuting: Participate in the NHL’s pre-tax commuter benefit plan which helps offset the financial cost of traveling to and from our office.
NHL Partner Rates: Unlock exclusive pricing from our Partners that include savings on travel, consumer goods and services, plus the NHL Store.
Life at the NHL: In your first few days, you meet with your new teammates and the HR Team. You have the opportunity to learn more about the NHL and our workplace culture. Employees are invited to play hockey during our Tuesday Night Skate at Chelsea Piers, join our Employee Resource Groups and more. You are a part of our team and we encourage you to be your authentic self, adding to our dynamic workplace culture.
SALARY RANGE:
$60-80K
Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to: experience/training, market demands, and geographic location.
When applying, please be sure to include a cover letter with your salary expectations for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. NO EMAILS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
- $60 - $80,000
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