Legal Assistant

Guggenheim Partners is a global investment and advisory firm with more than $290 billion1 in assets under management. Across our three primary businesses of investment management, investment banking, and insurance services, we have a track record of delivering results through innovative solutions.

Guggenheim Partners is seeking a smart, energetic and affable Legal Assistant to join its Paralegal team. Reporting to the Head of Legal Operations at Guggenheim Investments, this person will join a highly collaborative legal team and will be responsible for supporting various functions at the corporate level. In addition to meticulous organizational skills, the ideal candidate will demonstrate an ability to proactively manage and track various open tasks and assignments independently, and work on a variety of time-sensitive projects. The successful candidate will have a willingness to learn and the ability to adapt in a very fluid environment and will assist the Head of Legal Operations as directed, including supporting attorneys in the New York office. This role presents an opportunity to become a permanent member of a growing legal department within a dynamic and fast-paced firm.

* Answer phones in a polished and professional manner and serve as a main point of contact * Conduct research and data compilation * Compile, review, and organize information for due diligence, compliance, and meetings * Prepare extensive PowerPoint presentations and Excel worksheets * Compile, update, and maintain documents and records * Perform ad hoc job-related duties and projects as assigned * Arrange domestic and international travel * Manage expense reports * Coordinate calendars and conference calls * Process invoices

* Bachelor’s degree required, top-tier university and exceptional grades a plus * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * 1- 3 years of experience in a corporate environment preferred * Legal experience is a plus, but not required * Excellent team player; collaborative, energized by the open exchange of ideas * Strong attention to detail; accurate and organized * Ability to multitask with a high reading level comprehension * Proactive & solutions-oriented; patient, flexible and able to exercise good judgment * Ability to work within a team and independently as needed * Accountable, diligent with excellent time management skills * Learning agile, able to adapt quickly and appropriately in accordance with the constant evolution of the company and industry