Details of the Organization
Global University Systems (GUS) operates a diverse network of higher education institutions, serving over 60,000 students across six countries globally, including the UK, Germany, Canada, Ireland, Israel, and Singapore. Their portfolio includes leading UK-based institutions such as The University of Law, London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), Arden University, University Canada West, the University of Applied Sciences Europe, and GISMA Business School in Berlin. With a presence online and offline, GUS encompasses universities, language schools, business schools, and professional schools, providing comprehensive education solutions worldwide.
Details of the Job/Internship
Global University Systems is looking for an Executive Assistant to join their team, providing legal and administrative support to the Executive team while overseeing office operations. This role is ideal for a professional with experience in a professional setting who seeks growth in a startup environment. The position requires multitasking in a fast-paced and dynamic setting, balancing speed and quality in task completion. If you thrive in such an environment, this opportunity is for you.
Role and Responsibilities
Administrative Support:
- Drafting routine correspondence and legal documents.
- Managing and organizing legal files and documents.
- Handling phone calls, emails, and other communications.
Legal Research:
- Conducting legal research to gather relevant information for cases.
- Assisting in the preparation of legal arguments, motions, and briefs.
- Summarizing legal documents and precedents.
Document Preparation:
- Preparing and formatting legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and affidavits.
- Filing legal documents with courts and administrative agencies.
- Ensuring documents comply with legal procedures and regulations.
Client Interaction:
- Communicating with clients to gather information or provide updates.
- Scheduling appointments and managing calendars for attorneys.
- Assisting in client intake and maintaining client databases.
Billing and Record-Keeping:
- Assisting with billing processes and maintaining billing records.
- Keeping track of billable hours and expenses.
Technology and Software:
- Managing electronic filing systems and databases.
Confidentiality:
- Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding client information and legal matters.
Collaboration:
- Collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal staff.
- Providing support to legal teams as needed.
Eligibility
- A full-time degree with a specialization in Corporate Law
- Must have experience in drafting contracts and agreements
- Must have exposure working with International Law
- Keen to learn and progress in your career, and passionate about working in a start-up that’s making a difference to people’s lives and careers.
- Able to think on your feet, with a proactive approach and able to work effectively, independently and as part of a team small and growing team.
- An outstanding communicator, displaying superb written and spoken English.
- Comfortable in liaising with individuals at all levels
- Able to respond effectively to stakeholders and time sensitive queries.
- Able to produce documents and reports when required and present findings back to senior management in a clear and articulate manner.
- Has demonstrable multi-tasking skills, able to show evidence of effective workload prioritization, being super-organized and showing great attention to detail.
- Strong IT literacy and proficient in MS Office having advanced Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Able to work in an agile environment where focus can be on multiple concurrent projects, and to priorities workload accordingly.
- Trustworthy and discreet, able to process data and information with uncompromised integrity and confidentiality.
- Can demonstrate critical thinking and sound decision-making skills.
- Able to work as part of a diverse team, build trust and ask for help when needed.
Salary/Stipend
The salary will be discussed with the candidate itself.
Type of Opportunity
Fulltime
Country
India
State
Telangana
Address
Telangana, India