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Supervising Legal Assistant - NY PIP

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We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

 

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

 

Join an award-winning,  equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

 

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Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the legal assistant team who provide assistance to attorneys in multiple branch offices. This role will ensure efficient case management including oversight, development, training, and performance management of assigned legal assistants. Strong knowledge of legal procedures, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to mentor and lead a team.

Essential Job Functions

  • Oversees the development and training of assigned legal support staff.
  • Monitors all aspects of team performance management including customer experience, work product quality, productivity, and compliance with strategy and objectives.
  • Manages the performance of legal assistants and legal administration clerks to ensure efficiency and productivity in multiple branch legal offices.
  • Interfaces with assigned personnel to resolve workflow problems, process improvement needs, and concerns. 
  • Fosters an inclusive work environment where behaviors lead to positive operational outcomes.
  • Recruits, hires, conducts onboarding, and training for new support staff.
  • Oversees administrative tasks and training of support staff. Implements training programs and manages clerical PTO and coverage. 
  • Develops and implements professional development plans for support staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned to support the legal office operations.

Physical Actions

This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions. Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (example others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to continuously operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience Requirements

Minimum five years of administrative support and/or civil litigation experience required. Leadership experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $62,353 - $110,000 
             o Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $64,875 - $95,150 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): US - NY

 

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

 

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

 

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. 

 

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

 

Spokane, WA only:  Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

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