Lead Legal Records Associate

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Baltimore, MD, USA
In-Office
21-23 Annually
Entry level
Information Technology • Automation
The Role
The Lead Records Associate manages, maintains, and retrieves critical case files, ensuring accurate and secure access for attorneys and staff. Responsibilities include file organization, document indexing, scanning records, and supporting legal teams with case preparation.
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Reports To: Client Services Supervisor, Client Services Manager, or equivalent leadership

Typical Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Make an Impact Behind the Scenes

As a Lead Records Associate, you play a pivotal role in keeping the firm’s legal operations organized and efficient. You are the go-to person for managing, maintaining, and retrieving critical case files, ensuring attorneys and staff have the information they need, exactly when they need it. This role combines organization, leadership, and attention to detail, helping the office run smoothly while contributing directly to client success.

If you are highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated by keeping operations running seamlessly behind the scenes, this role is for you.

Why This Role Matters

The Lead Records Associate ensures that the firm’s case files and records are accurate, secure, and readily accessible. By keeping information organized and available, you empower attorneys and staff to deliver exceptional service to clients. This role is essential for smooth operations and directly supports the success of the firm’s legal work.

What You'll Do

Core Responsibilities:

  • Open and set up new case files, including preparing file labels and sub-file lists.
  • Accurately index, file, and organize documents for easy retrieval.
  • Scan and upload records to the firm’s electronic database system.
  • Maintain file rooms and cabinets in an orderly, secure manner.
  • Assist attorneys and staff with locating and retrieving file materials.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Prepare case files for closing and off-site storage.
  • Step in to cover receptionist duties when needed.
  • Train and mentor interns or student assistants.
  • Handle shredding and secure disposal of sensitive documents.
  • Assist with trial binder and exhibit preparation.
  • Support paralegals in obtaining records from external sources.
  • Help with mail room operations as required.
What You Bring
  • High School Diploma required, college degree preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and take initiative.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with attorneys, staff, and external vendors.
  • Proficiency with computer systems, scanning, and electronic database management.
  • Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills.
Physical Requirements
  • Lift and carry case files or boxes (up to 25–30 lbs).
  • Regular walking, bending, and reaching for file storage.
  • Frequent filing, scanning, and data entry tasks.
  • Periods of sitting while organizing and reviewing documents.

Travel: None or negligible

 

Compensation: 
The expected compensation is an estimate, and the final offer will depend on skills, experience, and other job-related factors.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
No AI or automated decision-making tools are used to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role. SPS uses the Greenhouse applicant tracking system, which does not apply AI in these parts of the hiring process.

Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay Range
$21$23 USD

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Career Growth: An opportunity to enter a job that allows you to learn new skills or use a variety of them that may lead you to uncover other career opportunities!
  • Learning & Development: At SPS, we promote a work culture of learning so that you can develop to be the best at what you do!
  • We Recognize Talent: We offer a variety of recognition programs for all levels of employees!
  • Benefit Offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, HCFSA, DCFSA, HSA, Commuter Transit and Parking, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Program, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Discounts, Pet Insurance, Group Home and Auto Insurance, EAP, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Discounts, 401k w/ matching, Entertainment Discounts, & Paid Time Off.
    • Note: Please inquire with the Human Resources team for benefit offerings per role as regular positions that routinely are under 30 hours/week may have a different benefit offering.

About SPS

SPS is an award-winning employer of choice offering outsourcing solutions that leverage Intelligent Automation (Artificial Intelligence & Robotic Process Automation) in more than 22 countries across the globe. In North America, our services include Mailroom Management (both physical and digital), Office Services such as Reception, Lobby Concierge and Conference Room Management in addition to Document Processing Services utilizing leading edge technologies. Our clients today are companies in sectors such as banking, insurance, legal, higher education, advertising and other professional services, including many Fortune 500 companies. SPS is committed to delivering high caliber outsourcing experience to our clients and offering our employees challenging and exciting career opportunities throughout the North America region and globally. SPS is committed to investing in the professional development of our employees and offers competitive comprehensive benefits and diverse development training programs that lead to building careers.

At SPS we embrace the uniqueness of our employees and are committed to the fair and equal treatment of all people, applicants, and employees by promoting a culture of access, inclusion, equity and diversity.

SPS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, age, disability, genetics, military status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by applicable law.

Colorado only: We accept applications for an expected minimum of 5 days from the date it is posted. The posting may remain open longer as needed to ensure a robust and inclusive applicant pool.

Applicants are prohibited from using real-time AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools, prompts, scripts, or real-time assistance (including but not limited to chatbots, AI-generated responses, or transcription-based tools) during any and all interviews over any forum or platform. 

SPS offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.

To view our privacy policy, click on the link below: Data Privacy Statement

Acknowledgement Section: By submitting an application, by hitting "Submit Application", you certify that the information contained in this application is true and complete. You attest to the fact that the answers provided are correct to the best of your knowledge and ability. You certify that you have not knowingly withheld any information that might affect your chances for hiring. You understand that any false information or omission (including any misstatement) on this application or on any document used to secure this employment can be grounds for rejection of application or, if you are employed by SPS can be grounds for immediate termination from this company.


Top Skills

Document Processing Software
Electronic Database Systems
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The Company
HQ: Zürich
4,593 Employees
Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

SPS is a leading technology-driven business transformation company. With our innovative Enterprise Workplace Solutions, we empower organizations to adopt hybrid work concepts to enhance productivity and flexibility. Our Technology Business Solutions bring together cutting-edge technology, deep vertical process expertise, and a diverse global workforce to support clients in their digital transformation journey and efficiently tackle their most complex challenges. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, SPS operates in more than 20 countries and focuses on clients in banking, insurance and health. SPS has more than 8,500 employees and is recognized with a world-class NPS by its global client base. We act with precision, connect people to the right information, and turn data into insights for better outcomes. Discover how our dedicated team at SPS makes an impact that matters by visiting www.spsglobal.com.

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