Corporate Legal Assistant

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Company Description The Wonderful Company is committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful. We’re looking to make the world a healthier place through an uncompromising commitment to the well-being of our employees and their families. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change. The Legal Assistant serves as a key operational partner to senior corporate transactional attorneys, supporting the execution and management of complex commercial and corporate transactions. This role is ideal for a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. The successful candidate is a self-starter who anticipates needs, identifies ways to support the team, and leverages new technologies and tools to improve efficiency. This individual is resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable stepping into unfamiliar tasks and figuring things out with minimal supervision. The role requires confidence and professionalism when interacting with senior executives and business leaders. This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday. Job Description Transaction & Document Support Support attorneys throughout the full transaction lifecycle (matter setup, document preparation, execution, closing, post-closing). Revise, redline, proofread, and format complex commercial contracts and transactional documents with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail. Manage sophisticated document formatting (tables of contents, cross-references, defined terms, document comparisons, troubleshooting formatting issues). Draft documents and correspondence as needed. Create, format, and revise PowerPoint presentations and other presentation materials. Coordinate execution of agreements (including DocuSign) and track execution status. Maintain organized, complete transaction files and records. Matter & Workflow Management Open, update, and close matters in document and matter management systems. Coordinate with attorneys, internal teams, external counterparties, and senior executives to facilitate transaction progress and communicate effectively across stakeholders. Monitor billing-related matters and liaise with outside vendors as needed. Proactively identify opportunities to improve systems, organization, and workflow efficiency. Administrative & Operational Support Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel. Prepare and track expense reports. Handle courier and FedEx needs. Anticipate team needs and take initiative on special projects and evolving priorities. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department supporting corporate or transactional attorneys. Extensive experience revising, formatting, redlining, proofreading, and managing commercial and transactional documents. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), particularly complex Word formatting. Experience with document and matter management systems (e.g., iManage, TyMetrix, Onit) and document comparison tools (e.g., Litera). Familiarity with AI productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar platforms) strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to operate as a proactive self-starter, anticipating needs and identifying ways to add value without waiting for direction. Strong comfort learning and adopting new systems, technologies, and tools. Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including confidence communicating with senior executives and business leaders. High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information. Notary Public (or willingness to obtain certification). Pay Range: $45.00 - $55.00 an hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Additional Information Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 24/7 online physician consultations virtual mental health resources life coaching engaging employee community groups cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements library of on-demand fitness videos Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com . Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. EEO is the law - click here for more information Videos To Watch