Association TRENDS
Specialist, Legal Affairs
Association TRENDS, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
Title:
Specialist, Legal AffairsUnit/Department:
Executive and Administration/Legal AffairsFLSA Status:
Full-time, ExemptLocation:
This position is located onsite at the APTA headquarters in Alexandria, VA.About APTAAPTA is the trusted leader for the physical therapy profession, representing more than 100,000 physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students. Our approximately 150 employees support the association’s mission to build a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society.SummaryReporting to the Director, Legal Affairs/General Counsel, this position will be the lead support in the Legal Affairs Department for the Association. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in legal principles, procedures and terminology. Implements strategies to support organizational priorities with focus on departmental contributions for Association. Prepares for approval compliance requirements and documents and seeks out opportunities for continuous quality improvement in department activities. Is an effective champion of the Association vision, mission and brand.Essential FunctionsServe as a liaison to staff for general contracts information, ensuring smooth communication with employees and timely resolution to their queriesServe as lead admin for APTA’s legal softwareProvide guidance and training on APTA’s legal software to staff, as neededSet up and maintain legal calendar for contracts – advising on renewals, updating, etc.Maintain agenda for legal team meetingsMaintain working knowledge of Association’s policy and proceduresStaff ExpectationsUpholds and fosters team valuesComplies with all APTA policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as assigned to foster the achievement of association prioritiesQualificationsBachelor's degree preferred3+ years’ experience in a legal support role, preferably in a nonprofit associationParalegal certificate, a plusStrong knowledge of legal principles, concepts, and legal research methodology relevant to document production in a legal context, or equivalent experienceMust have contracts experienceWorking knowledge of legal software platforms, Cobblestone a plusProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office SuitesProject management skills a plusExcellent communication and time management skillsAbility to foster positive and collaborative relationships with staffNotary Public for State of Virginia a plusTravel RequirementsNoneHow To ApplyPlease send resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, when applying.Principals only; no agencies; no phone calls, please. Candidates selected to participate in an interview will be contacted by Human Resources.
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Specialist, Legal AffairsUnit/Department:
Executive and Administration/Legal AffairsFLSA Status:
Full-time, ExemptLocation:
This position is located onsite at the APTA headquarters in Alexandria, VA.About APTAAPTA is the trusted leader for the physical therapy profession, representing more than 100,000 physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students. Our approximately 150 employees support the association’s mission to build a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society.SummaryReporting to the Director, Legal Affairs/General Counsel, this position will be the lead support in the Legal Affairs Department for the Association. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in legal principles, procedures and terminology. Implements strategies to support organizational priorities with focus on departmental contributions for Association. Prepares for approval compliance requirements and documents and seeks out opportunities for continuous quality improvement in department activities. Is an effective champion of the Association vision, mission and brand.Essential FunctionsServe as a liaison to staff for general contracts information, ensuring smooth communication with employees and timely resolution to their queriesServe as lead admin for APTA’s legal softwareProvide guidance and training on APTA’s legal software to staff, as neededSet up and maintain legal calendar for contracts – advising on renewals, updating, etc.Maintain agenda for legal team meetingsMaintain working knowledge of Association’s policy and proceduresStaff ExpectationsUpholds and fosters team valuesComplies with all APTA policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as assigned to foster the achievement of association prioritiesQualificationsBachelor's degree preferred3+ years’ experience in a legal support role, preferably in a nonprofit associationParalegal certificate, a plusStrong knowledge of legal principles, concepts, and legal research methodology relevant to document production in a legal context, or equivalent experienceMust have contracts experienceWorking knowledge of legal software platforms, Cobblestone a plusProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office SuitesProject management skills a plusExcellent communication and time management skillsAbility to foster positive and collaborative relationships with staffNotary Public for State of Virginia a plusTravel RequirementsNoneHow To ApplyPlease send resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, when applying.Principals only; no agencies; no phone calls, please. Candidates selected to participate in an interview will be contacted by Human Resources.
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