Legal Assistant, General Counsel - Lakeland at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

• supporting real estate and facilities attorneys as needed in the Legal Department


• opening, tracking and maintaining files (both hard files and electronic files)


• updating databases


• preparing correspondence and drafting simple legal documents


• performing other day-to-day administrative duties as needed in support of real estate and facilities attorneys, including typing, maintaining legal files, managing attorney correspondence, and scheduling meetings and


• supporting the Legal Department with miscellaneous clerical tasks.

• High school diploma or equivalent


• at least 5 years’ experience as a secretary or administrative


• willingness and ability to work with confidential information and maintain the confidentiality of that information


• basic computer skills with ability to quickly learn new software systems


• must have excellent attendance and punctuality record


• superior time management and organizational skills


• detail-oriented and committed to meeting deadlines


• professional telephone etiquette


• strong verbal and written communication skills


• knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel;


• good clerical skills including typing, faxing, transcribing, and data entry


• ability to work occasional nights and/or weekends


• good human relation skills (the ability to work well with others and to be a team player)


• must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work; and


• commitment to Publix and our Mission.

• Associates degree in any field


• Knowledge of legal transactions and related requirements


• Experience as a legal assistant in a transactional practice


• Experience in a business or real estate related field

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans plan


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)