Description We are offering a long-term contract opportunity for a Legal Support II role based in Hanover, Maryland. This role primarily involves providing administrative assistance and managing contract processes within a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, coordinating contract approvals, maintaining internal resources, and providing general administrative support. Key responsibilities: • Coordinating contract approvals, signatures, and filing to ensure the smooth operation of the legal team. • Creating and maintaining internal legal and business-facing guidance and training resources. • Effectively utilizing and managing software systems and tools used by the Legal Department. • Teaching team members and business users on how to effectively use department-specific tools. • Identifying and implementing strategies to improve and simplify legal and business team processes. • Providing general administrative support, such as calendar management and coordinating events. • Assisting with the preparation and delivery of presentations and training sessions. • Acting as a primary point of contact for the team across a range of issues. • Drafting, negotiating, and analyzing standard form contracts as required. • Managing high volumes of tasks and projects independently, reacting appropriately and promptly to urgent situations. Requirements • Proficiency in using Microsoft Word for drafting and editing documents. • Experience in contract management and understanding of administrative law. • Ability to conduct training and teaching sessions. • Excellent communication skills for effective presentations and negotiations. • Experience in administrative assistance, including calendar management and filing. • Proven ability in coordinating events and general coordination tasks. • Experience in the implementation of legal processes and procedures. • Familiarity with business user interactions and contract negotiations. • Proficiency in Go and React will be considered a plus. • Prior experience in a similar role, preferably in a legal support capacity. 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. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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. © 2024 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) .