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Job Description:
The Executive Assistant performs the full range of executive -level administrative, organizational and strategic support to the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and members of The Penn Mutual Law Department. You will develop broad and comprehensive experience, skills and knowledge in Law Department policies, procedures and practices. You will also help facilitate and coordinate projects and deadlines directly or through others, and work with minimal supervision.
We’ve embraced a flexible, hybrid approach to work. Based on your role and personal preference, we empower you to choose where you work best. This model allows you to balance your life and bring your whole self to work.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and optimize scheduling of the CLO’s schedules, priorities, presentations, and commitments to ensure productivity, effectiveness, and strategic focus.
- Supports the Office of the Corporate Secretary including assisting with drafting minutes for affiliated boards and committees, record keeping, and file management.
- Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
- Draft, edit, and proofread executive correspondences, presentations and other communications with keen attention to detail.
- Assures the planning and coordination of the CLO’s calendar of events; schedules appointments and prepares detailed itineraries, complete with travel accommodations and maintenance of travel and expense records; coordinate staff and department meetings and agenda,
- Supports the department’s onboarding process including the onboarding of new associates and assisting in the attorney rotation process associated with its intern/extern program.
- Works with Information Technology to facilitate training and communications to Law team on key technology updates.
- Leverage artificial intelligence and other emerging technology to streamline workflows, improve processes, enhance executive effectiveness and support business objectives.
- Displays a strong knowledge of desktop tools such as the Microsoft Suite of Office products and electronic mail systems.
- Assist in the maintenance of departmental records, including its electronic files and those held at off-site location.
- Track departmental budget.
- Provide assistance to the paralegal team as needed.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to exercise discretion in accessing and working with confidential information
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to high quality work.
- Able to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.
- Flexible and comfortable with ambiguity; ability to thrive in a fast pace environment, with shifting priorities.
- Intellectual curiosity and the aptitude and desire for continuous learning.
- Proven ability to take initiative, act with a sense of urgency and follow through.
- Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple conflicting deadlines
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build relationships and interface with leaders and associates across the organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook).
- Ability to gain proficiency in Company tools and systems.
- Ability to make a positive contribution as demonstrated by learning new skills and making suggestions for process/procedure improvement
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required and
- College Degree or Paralegal certificate Preferred
Experience
- 7+ years providing administrative support to senior level executive. Required and
- Paralegal skills Preferred
Base Salary Range - $95,000 - $115,000
For over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.pennmutual.com.
Penn Mutual is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal executive jobs.
- Experience drafting and reviewing contracts, correspondence, and legal documents
- Proficiency in matter management or case management software
- Strong understanding of relevant practice area procedures and court rules
- Undergraduate degree in law or a related field, or equivalent paralegal qualification
- Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent written communication skills for client and counsel correspondence
Tips for Your Legal Executive Job Search
Tailor your resume to practice area
Legal executive roles vary significantly by practice area, so a generic resume won't cut it. Highlight the specific areas you've worked in, whether commercial law, employment, or property, and mirror the language used in each job posting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists legal executive openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Emphasize client-facing file management
Many legal executive postings screen for direct experience managing client files end to end. Describe specific responsibilities like drafting correspondence, preparing court bundles, or progressing matters without constant supervision to show you can own a caseload.
Demonstrate proficiency in legal software
Employers expect fluency in matter management and document drafting tools. Name the specific platforms you've used in your work history and, if you've trained colleagues on those systems, say so. That detail separates candidates who merely used the software from those who know it deeply.
Prepare concise answers on case complexity
Interviewers for legal executive roles routinely ask you to walk through the most complex matter you've handled. Prepare a clear narrative covering the legal issue, your specific contribution, any procedural hurdles, and the outcome, keeping it focused on your actions rather than the overall team effort.
Negotiate using total compensation context
When an offer arrives, ask for a full breakdown covering benefits, professional development funding, and billing targets before responding. Legal executives in fee-earning roles often have performance components that shift the real value of an offer significantly, so get the complete picture before you decide.
Legal Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most legal executives?
IST Management, Everlaw, and Ropes & Gray LLP are hiring the most legal executives right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Corporate legal departments and mid-size law firms account for the largest share of active postings.
How many legal executive jobs are remote?
About 79% of legal executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by practice area. Compliance, contract review, and document-heavy roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while litigation support and client-facing positions are more likely to require regular in-office presence.
How do you become a legal executive?
Most legal executives start with a law degree, paralegal diploma, or legal practice certificate, then secure a junior role at a law firm or in-house legal team to build hands-on file management experience. Progressing to senior or executive level typically requires demonstrating the ability to run matters independently, develop client relationships, and mentor junior staff.
Can you get hired as a legal executive with little experience?
Entry-level legal executive roles do exist, particularly at larger firms that run structured paralegal programs. Focus your application on any exposure to legal file management, court processes, or document drafting, even from internships or academic clinics. Showing familiarity with case management software and strong written communication skills helps offset a shorter work history.
What does the legal executive interview process look like?
Most legal executive interviews run across two or three stages, starting with a competency-based phone or video screen covering your file management experience and practice area knowledge. A second stage typically involves a written task such as drafting a client letter or reviewing a contract clause, followed by a final interview with a senior partner or head of legal focused on client handling and professional judgment.
Where can I find and apply to legal executive jobs?
You can find and apply to legal executive jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your practice area and experience level, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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