Records Specialist

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success.

This position is based in our Los Angeles office.

General Description:

We are seeking a Records Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and contribute to the growth and success of our Firm. The Records Specialist is responsible for organizing and maintaining firm records, forms, and information.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

• Files, computerized indexes and maintain records in firms’ records management system.
• Maintains records systems and procedures to facilitate the orderly operation, retention, and disposition of records. May serve as a liaison between users and offsite vendors regarding operational issues.
• Coordinates various data clean-up tasks, including standardizing records classifications.
• Generate reports.
• Assists internal clients with questions or issues related to records management operations.
• Trains new staff and may conduct periodic training sessions for existing staff on departmental processes and procedures, including providing guidance and technical assistance.
• Manages sensitive and/or confidential documents.
• Assists with departmental coverage as needed.
• Assists Director of Records with annual reviews of Records Management Program.
• Develop departmental procedures as needed.
• Special projects and duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Strong computer and database skills.
• Strong initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to muti-task and priorities tasks appropriately.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective oral communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with firm personnel at all levels with a high degree of professionalism.
• Intermediate keyboarding skills (40 accurate words per minute or greater).

Required Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years’ professional experience in positions requiring the maintenance of administrative and client company records.

Preferred Qualifications & Education:

• Prior law firm experience helpful.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Moderate or advanced keyboard usage.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes at a minimum of thirty pounds.

In accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law, the pay range for this position is $25.20 - $37.80/hr. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being.

Below are the benefits we offer: comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact [email protected].

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