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Legal Administrative Assistant

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Job summary

Sr. Associate Legal Administrative Assistant / The Nearshore Legal Group at Cognizant is seeking in Latin America a detail-oriented and organized Legal Administrative Assistant to support our dynamic team. This role involves a variety of administrative tasks to ensure efficient operation and support of the legal departments activities.


Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to the legal team including managing calendars scheduling meetings onboarding activities and coordinating travel arrangements.
  • Assist with the coordination of legal documents contracts and correspondence.
  • Maintain and organize legal files both electronic and paper (as applicable) ensuring confidentiality and proper record-keeping.
  • Handle communication with internal teams and external parties.
  • Support the legal team with research data entry and the creation of reports as needed.
  • Manage reports and processes for the legal department.
  • Offer assistance to various groups within the legal organization in handling subpoenas and coordinating other activities related to the legal organization as directed.

    • Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an administrative assistant or similar role preferably within a legal setting.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and top English skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with legal management software is a major plus.
  • Familiarity with legal documents and terminology is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural workplace environment.

    • About us

    Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

    Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

    What we offer

    • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
    • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
    • The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
    • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
    • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
    • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

    Disclaimer:
    Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

    Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.

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