Sr. Administrative Assistant - Legal - Remote

We're looking for a Sr. Administrative Assistant to join the Legal Department at Symetra!

About the role

We're seeking a highly organized and discreet Senior Administrative Assistant to support our in-house Legal Department. This role involves managing complex administrative tasks, coordinating meetings and communications, and maintaining confidential legal documentation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the team operates efficiently and effectively.

What you will do

• Manage law department senior leadership calendars, schedule meetings, prepare expense reports, and other tasks as needed
• Coordinate law department administrative logistics including conference rooms, catering, and technology setup
• Coordinate effectively with a team of other administrative assistants across Symetra
• Prepare and proofread legal correspondence, reports, and documents with a high level of accuracy
• Support presentation development through research and editing
• Maintain confidential filing systems (electronic and paper) and manage department databases
• Reconcile invoices; assist with budget tracking and vendor coordination, as deemed necessary
• Organize team events and support internal communications
• Handle incoming calls and emails, prioritize and route appropriately
• Assist with light project coordination and ad hoc tasks as needed

Why work at Symetra

Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

"Do what you love and find people who will support you while you do it!" - Ting Ting J., Executive Assistant

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Hourly Range: $23.92 - $39.85 plus eligibility for annual bonus program

Who You Are

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred
• 3+ years of administrative experience, preferably supporting legal or compliance teams
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Professional, proactive, and customer-service oriented
• Comfort with using AI tools and some background using AI tools
• Experience with and willingness to engage with various technology and software platforms, beyond the Microsoft Office suite (e.g. expense reporting software)

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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