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Universal Music Group

Administrative Assistant, Paralegal

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In-Office
Santa Monica, CA, USA
37K-65K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Santa Monica, CA, USA
37K-65K Annually
Entry level
Provide paralegal and administrative support to litigation attorneys: investigate and police infringements, research claims, assist with discovery and subpoenas, summarize contracts, prepare documents and reports, and handle correspondence, expense reports, and travel arrangements.
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We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
 

How we LEAD:

We are currently seeking an eager and exceptional Paralegal Administrative Assistant in our Santa Monica office. The person in this position will provide paralegal support to litigation attorneys in the Business and Legal Affairs Department.

How you'll CREATE:

  • Support policing of infringement of our content, including the investigation, evidence collection, confirmation of rights, and working with counsel to assert and pursue claims

  • Research claims asserted by and against UMG business units

  • Assist in responding to discovery requests, subpoenas, liens, and levies

  • Assist with a comprehensive quarterly report of legal matters affecting the company, including liaising with other attorneys, departments and agencies for updated information

  • Review and summarize contracts

  • Prepare and revise agreements, charts, memoranda, correspondence and other documents

  • Provide administrative support, including preparation and handling of correspondence, expense reports, and travel arrangements

  • Other duties as assigned by supervisors

Bring your VIBE:

Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; extremely detail-oriented

  • Professional demeanor and sound judgment

  • Follows up on delegated assignments through completion

  • Self-starter, who takes initiative and is resourceful; takes ownership of tasks and projects

  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize; works well under pressure

  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively

  • Excellent typing and computer skills, including in Word, Excel, Outlook

Experience:

  • Advanced computer experience: Microsoft Word (including tables and redlining), Excel

  • Prior experience as a paralegal, with preparation of claims, or contract analysis is a plus

Education:

  • BA or BS degree from an accredited college or university

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren’t just values—they’re how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

  • Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

  • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

  • 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

  • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

  • 2-weeks paid Winter Break

  • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

  • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

  • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.

Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT.

For more information, please click on the following links.

E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish

E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish


Job Category:
Business & Legal Affairs

Salary Range:

$37,300 - $65,000

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Universal Music Group Santa Monica, California, USA Office

2220 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90401

Universal Music Group Los Angeles, California, USA Office

21301 Burbank Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 91367

Universal Music Group Santa Monica, California, USA Office

2220 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90404

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