Assurant, a Fortune 500 company and global provider of risk management solutions for the housing, lifestyle, and auto sectors, has an immediate need in its growing Litigation Practice Group for an Executive Assistant. Reporting to the Vice President and Managing Attorney of Litigation within our Litigation Practice Group, the Executive Assistant is responsible for supporting the team of attorneys and paralegals in the management of Assurant’s claims and complex litigation.  The position will be based out of Assurant’s offices in Atlanta, GA, offering a flexible, hybrid work schedule.

What makes us different?

• Assurant, Inc. helps people protect what matters most to them.

• We have been around for a while with our roots tracing back to 1892.

• We are a Fortune 500 company employing approximately 13,000 + people in 21 countries.

• We provide specialty protection products and related services to safeguard against risks.

What will my duties and responsibilities be in this job?

• Join a team of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals in matter management, supervision, and resolution of litigation and other disputed matters across Assurant. 

• Review and analyze incoming lawsuits, regulatory complaints, subpoenas, and pre-litigation matters, opening each in our litigation management system and directing to appropriate team members.

• Support team attorneys and paralegals in all necessary administrative tasks to support the litigation management process. Coordinate with outside counsel and other vendors on all aspects of the litigation process. 

• Prepare and run litigation reports from the matter management system, including PowerPoint presentations with charts and graphics. 

• Interact with members of the Claims Department and assist the Litigation Practice Group and Legal & Compliance on other matters and projects as needed.

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• Minimum of 7 years of administrative support experience at a top law firm or corporation with considerable experience in administrative support in litigation. 

• Skillful at working with Microsoft suite applications, including PowerPoint and Excel.

• Highly autonomous and self-motivated work ethic.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.

• Attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent follow-through, responsiveness, and customer service skills.

• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills.

• Notary public certification preferred.    

• Local candidates preferred.  No relocation offered.

What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?  

This position requires incumbents to regularly sit at a desk and operate standard office equipment such as a computer and phone.  Employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, lift, carry and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  Must be able to talk and hear.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Pay Range:

$22.61 - $37.32

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

09/20/2024

If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.