Legal Specialist (Paralegal)

Date:  May 7, 2025
Location: 

Ellabell, GA, US

Job Req ID:  1399

JOB TITLE

Legal Specialist

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Position works with General Counsel and Senior Counsel to oversee the operation of the Legal Department.  Performs various special projects in matters relating to legal counseling, legal matters, project implementation, and reports to executives. 

•    Work with General Counsel and Senior Counsel to oversee the operation of Legal Department.
•    Assist with the development and tracking of department goals and performance.
•    Compile data from various sources for special and periodic Legal Department reports (e.g., Legal’s results & key performance indicators (“KPIs”)).
•    Develop and track Legal’s annual budget.  
•    Process outside counsel legal invoices and other invoices. 
•    Assist with preparing reports to HMGMA and HMNA executives.  
•    Arrange department travel and training (e.g., continuing legal education (CLE) registrations).
•    Manage online legal research service accounts such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
•    Independently handle expense reimbursements.
•    Identify and implement technology enhancements to ensure efficient operation of department.
•    Assist General Counsel with staffing matters, including overseeing time reports, assisting with vacation requests, overseeing team-building events.
•    Organize and maintain all Legal electronic files.
•    Independently handle special projects.
•    Assist with matters relating to project implementation.
•    Maintain department’s docket (i.e. calendar).
•    Always display exemplary ethical behavior, including: (1) being free of undue influence and conflicts of interest; (2) strictly complying with HMGMA’s policies and procedures; (3) being honest, transparent, and accountable; (4) report all known illegal or unethical behavior; and (5) protecting confidential information
•    Meet all other assignments as required.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass-production plant and is an innovative plant with cutting-edge production technology applied.
 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

•    1 - 5 years job related experience 
•    Bachelor Degree 
Travel Requirement
•    Domestic / International travel required.

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

•    HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
•    HMGMA benefits includes competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, 15 paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.
 

OTHER DETAILS

•    FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salary
•    When submitting a resume for this position, I understand that this information may be used to create a registration with the Georgia Department of Labor on Employ Georgia 

HMGMA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
 


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