Paralegal / Legal Administrator
About the position AutoNation is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Paralegal/Legal Administrator to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing transactional documentation, legal billing, and administrative support, with additional experience supporting transactions in commercial real estate, securities, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A). This role requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and a proactive approach to supporting attorneys and internal stakeholders. This is a hybrid role based out of our Fort Lauderdale headquarters. Responsibilities • Support real estate and M&A transactions, including assistance with preparing ancillary documents, due diligence and coordination with closings. • Manage legal billing and invoicing processes, including tracking outside counsel spending, and assisting with budget reporting. • Maintain and organize legal records, contracts, and databases. • Coordinate with internal departments and external counsel on transactional and compliance matters. • Utilize Microsoft Office tools—especially Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and OneDrive—to support daily tasks. • Provide administrative support to attorneys, managing multiple tasks from start to finish. • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a corporate or commercial real estate paralegal or legal administrator (either in law firm or in-house legal department). • Experience supporting real estate transactions and/or M&A deals is strongly preferred. • Law firm case management and billing software experience required, as well as proficiency in the use of Microsoft and various other software applications. • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing deadlines. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work collaboratively across teams. Nice-to-haves • Familiarity with corporate governance and SEC filings a plus Benefits • Competitive compensation and 401k matching • Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits. • Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear • Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers • Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide Apply tot his job