Legal Specialist Organization:
Safelite Location: Columbus, OH Job description Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you don't match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work. A Brief Overview The Legal Specialist, Labor and Employment provides foundational legal and project support to Safelite's in-house employment counsel. This role supports day-to-day execution of employment legal matters, including litigation support, agency charges, discovery, and records requests. The Legal Project Specialist is comfortable working independently, has core employment law knowledge, and develops proficiency in legal processes, systems, and documentation standards.
What You Will Do:
Assist in the investigation and response to federal and state employment charges, lawsuits, claims, and attorney demand letters; collect, organize, and prepare data and documents for subpoenas, records requests, and discovery, including e-discovery. Draft basic correspondence, memoranda, and employment agreements under the direction of legal counsel. Maintain and organize records for employment matters in the legal matter management system, serve as case administrator for assigned matters, and support departmental projects and responses to inquiries from counsel and internal partners. Monitor, triage, and respond to inquiries received through the Legal Department mailbox, incoming mail, and CSC portal. Complete basic employment law research to respond to inquiries from the business. Other duties assigned by management.
What You Will Need:
Associate or Bachelor Degree Preferred Paralegal certificate from an accredited program Preferred 2-4 years Required Experience supporting legal, compliance, human resources, employee relations, or litigation-related work Preferred Experience with employment litigation processes, agency charges, subpoenas, records requests, or discovery. Preferred Experience working with legal matter management, document management, or e-discovery systems. Preferred Experience working with HRIS platforms, including Workday, or comparable systems. Preferred Working knowledge of employment litigation processes and agency procedures Organization, document management, and recordkeeping Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Legal matter management, document management, or e-discovery systems Written and verbal communicationAttention to detail and quality controlAbility to follow established processes and meet deadlines Ability to manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities Confidentiality and sound judgment when handling sensitive information Collaboration with legal counsel and internal business partners Research, issue spotting, and preparation of clear factual summaries Continuous learning and development of employment law knowledge What You Will Get Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities. Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days. Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year. View all our health, wealth and life offerings at www.safelitebenefits.com Expected Work Location (In Office): It is expected that you will work at the Safelite Home Office (7400 Safelite Way, Columbus, OH 43235) with opportunities to work from home throughout the week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs. Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
