Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Microsoft is seeking a detail-oriented legal professional to join their global frontline legal team. In this contract role, you will support commercial legal matters, triage incoming legal requests, and contribute to process improvements while working closely with paralegals and business partners.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming commercial legal matters in a shared frontline workspace, routing them to the appropriate internal resources and functions
• Assist and support routine legal processes and standard commercial matters
• Escalate complex legal matters to frontline paralegals for deeper review and resolution
• Assist paralegals with gathering data, analyzing legal and compliance factors, and drafting recommended guidance and solutions for commercial legal matters
• Maintain, update, and organize legal self-help business readiness resources
• Contribute to process improvements and efficient matter-routing workflow

Skills

• 0 to 2 years of experience with legal research tools and document or case management systems, including internal compliance platforms
• 0 to 2 years of experience drafting and reviewing legal documents with accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards
• 0 to 2 years of experience with technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as case management software
• Associate's degree in paralegal studies or equivalent training required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with a high level of attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with a service- and assistance-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks with minimal guidance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and interpret policies and legal documents
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Project and program management capabilities
• Basic knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and the democratic political process
• Passion for technology and eagerness to learn and adopt new tools
• Prior experience supporting technology companies or law firms is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with CRM systems is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

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