Legal Assistant (Ferguson Enterprises)

About the Role

Legal Assistant

locations

Newport News, VA

time type

Full time

job requisition id

R-134030

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

The Legal Assistant Invoicing supports the Legal Department by managing outside counsel invoices and ensuring compliance with billing guidelines. This role will work closely with outside counsel, paralegals and their accounting staff to assist with legal billing on our matter management platform. This role requires customer service and organizational skills between outside counsel and in-house stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate processing of legal expenses.

This is a Hybrid role based out of Newport News, VA, in accordance with the Ferguson Flex schedule.

Responsibilities:

Create, maintain, and close legal matters in the matter management platform in coordination with internal partners and outside counsel

Collaborating with outside counsel, and other team members to resolve invoicing inconsistencies and errors

Audit time entries and expenses for accuracy and adherence to agreed-upon rates

Oversee all legal invoices from matter creating to closure consistent with Company payments terms, requirements and processes

Generate reports on legal spend and matter activity

Manage service of process for legal matters

Qualifications:

Strong communication, including writing, speaking and active listening

Great customer service skills, including interpersonal conversation

Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills

In-depth knowledge of industry best practices

High attention to detail and accuracy

Basic math skills

Organization, time management and prioritization abilities

Ability to be discreet and maintain the confidentiality of legal matters

Effective computer skills to input to use account management software in a timely and efficient manner

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

Pay Range:

$17.74 - $29.08

Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.