Legal Operations & Project Coordination (Paralegal)
Pay Range: $70,000– $75,000 per year
Compensation Statement: The pay range listed reflects the anticipated base compensation for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, education, and internal equity.
Benefits Eligibility: Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive benefits package located here: https://www.iit.edu/hr/benefits
Position Summary
The University’s Office of General Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and representation to the University, and to faculty and staff acting in their roles as representatives of the University. The successful candidate will be an organized, detail-oriented professional who can independently manage multiple priorities, coordinate complex projects, maintain confidential information, and work collaboratively with attorneys and University stakeholders.
The Office of General Counsel is a small, collaborative team that supports the University’s academic, research, business, and governance activities across a wide range of legal matters. The work is varied and often fast-paced, with priorities that evolve as new legal issues arise.
This position is ideal for a highly organized professional who enjoys coordinating complex work, improving processes, solving problems, and working collaboratively with attorneys and colleagues across the University. While many assignments follow established procedures, the position also provides opportunities to develop new skills, recommend improvements, and contribute to the continued effectiveness of the Office of General Counsel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This position will work closely with the attorneys and the Assistant to the Vice President and General Counsel to support the legal, operational, and administrative responsibilities of the Office of General Counsel.
Qualifications
Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience supporting legal operations, project coordination, business operations, or related functions.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and database or document management systems.
Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and research skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with individuals at all levels of the University.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Paralegal certificate or comparable experience supporting legal operations.
Prior experience in a legal environment is valuable, but not required. The Office of General Counsel is committed to helping the successful candidate develop familiarity with the University’s legal processes and subject areas.
Notary Public certification. If not already a notary, eligibility to obtain such certification within 60 days of hire.
Preferred Competencies
Project Coordination
Organization & Prioritization
Communication & Relationship Building
Legal & Administrative Operations
Process Improvement
Confidentiality & Professional Judgment
Document & Records Management
Problem Solving & Adaptability
The normal hours for this position are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, current résumé, and a list of three references. Applications are considered confidential. References will not be contacted without prior notice to applicants.
