Executive Legal Assistant

• Research, gather data and compile information on various matters as assigned based on ministry’s interests and legal, compliance and ethical principles.
• Analyze and communicate regarding legal issues. Resolve routine legal matters under the supervision and guidance of attorneys.
• Under the direction of an attorney, participate in the drafting and review of a variety of documents such as entertainment and media agreements, purchase agreements, promissory notes, escrow agreements, security agreements, bank documents, and other leases.
• Organize, index, and track matter files, administrative files, meeting files, and other files.
• Act as the main point of contact for CLO’s clients and staff. Proactively respond to inquiries and concerns; clearly and positively communicate solutions with exceptional follow through. Effectively and efficiently route and answer questions not requiring CLO’s attention.
• Serve as the primary internal resource for the CLO including, but not limited to development of correspondences of both privileged, confidential, and non-confidential matters, email and voicemail communication and other general administrative functions as needed. In addition, helping to book meetings, coordinate schedules, and handle a variety of meeting logistics, as well as book travel for CLO and personnel as requested.

• 2+ years of experience working in a medium to large-size law firm, General Counsel’s office, corporate legal office, or equivalent setting.
• Juris Doctorate or Paralegal Certification preferred
• Strong computer skills; advance knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple, simultaneous projects.
• Regulatory, non-profit, and Board of Director experience preferred, but not mandatory.
• Must possess sound judgement regarding appropriate risk tolerance while effectively communicating risk to key stakeholders to drive expedient, thoroughly informed decisions.
• Strong attention to detail with proven organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and value others; communicate effectively; and collaborate with others.
• High-level of integrity; demonstrated ability to work independently; establishing and meeting performance/ministry goals.
• A collaborative and flexible style, with strong service mentality. Need to be seen as a team player.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for our mission and values.

What can we offer you?

We provide a competitive salary range – and that’s not all!

• Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Short/long term disability and life insurance
• Robust 401K with company match
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
• Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
• Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
• Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status. However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith. Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.