About this role
About the Role
We're seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrator to support our legal team in managing contracts, legal documentation, and day-to-day administrative operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple priorities, and serving as a trusted partner to legal counsel and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain customer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other legal documents.
- Review, edit, proofread, and track legal agreements, including redlines and amendments.
- Monitor contract deadlines and maintain accurate records and filing systems.
- Coordinate legal correspondence and serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Schedule meetings, manage calendars, prepare meeting notes, and support legal projects.
- Conduct basic legal research and assist with document preparation and administration.
- Provide administrative support to legal counsel, including travel arrangements and special projects.
- Maintain confidentiality while ensuring timely and professional communication.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, Legal Assistant Certificate, or equivalent legal training.
- Previous experience supporting a legal department, corporate counsel, or contract administration function.
- Experience reviewing contracts, managing legal documentation, and handling redlines.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Understanding of legal terminology, confidentiality requirements, and business communications.
Preferred Experience
- Corporate legal or contract administration experience.
- Construction industry experience is a plus.
- Experience with contract management systems and legal document workflows.
- Paralegal or legal assistant background preferred.
Work Environment
This is a fully onsite position in a professional office setting. Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:30 PM. Limited schedule flexibility may be available based on business needs and legal counsel requirements. If you're a proactive professional who thrives on organization, accuracy, and supporting key business operations, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Glen Cove, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Glen Cove,NY.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.