Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Legal Assistant in the Financial Services industry, located in New York. The role involves supporting our legal team with various administrative duties, including document editing, data entry, and managing schedules. Responsibilities: • Redlining word documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards • Entering and managing data in Microsoft Excel, ensuring accuracy and timeliness • Handling invoices and ensuring they are processed and filed correctly • Preparing travel arrangements for the Chief Legal Officer and other team members • Managing the Chief Legal Officer's calendar, ensuring all appointments and meetings are scheduled and updated • Performing other administrative duties as needed to support the legal team • Applying proofreading skills to review and correct documents • Prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines • Ensuring all customer inquiries are resolved in a timely and detail oriented manner • Monitoring customer accounts and taking appropriate action as necessary Requirements • Applicant should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal assistant role in the financial services industry. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. • Familiarity with redlining is essential. • Exceptional proofreading skills are desired. • The candidate must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. • The ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. • The candidate should have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • A bachelor's degree in law or related field is preferred. • Familiarity with legal terminology and principles is needed. • The candidate should have the ability to work effectively in a team and independently. • Proficiency in the use of legal research tools is desirable. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .