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Job Description Job Title: Legal Secretary Location: New York, NY 10019 Salary/Payrate: $65K-$123K annually and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: Hybrid (1 days WFH) AFTER 90 DAY RAMP UP PERIOD Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor’s degree required: Highly Preferred Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-CB1 THERE ARE 6 OPEN POSITIONS AVAILABLE Duties and Responsibilities: • Advanced skills in MicroSoft Office Suite (particularly, Outlook, Word, Excel), • Some knowledge of Document Management Systems (i.e., DeskSite), • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;, • The use of good judgment and good interpersonal communication skills, • Well developed analytical and problem solving skills, • Strong time management skills, • Requires strong computer and Internet research skills, • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work proficiently and effectively completes same in a timely manner, • Ability to work independently and anticipate needs of assignments, • Maintains composure while meeting multiple deadlines (even with frequent interruptions), • Conserves assignments’ time by reading, researching & routing email correspondence, • On behalf of assignments, liaise with various support departments of the Firm, • Maintains assignments’ calendars, plans and schedules meetings, conferences, teleconferences, video conferences and travel; apprises assignment of schedule in advance of commitments, • Analyzes, allocates, processes and monitors complex expense reports, • Maintains and updates assignments’ client/matter lists, Outlook contacts and Marketing mailing lists, • Responsible for assignments’ annual mailings, • Researches and routes correspondence, • Produces information by formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying and transmitting documents, • Proofreads and reviews all work produced, • Receives, screens and transfers telephone calls; relays telephone messages according to method preferred by assignments (e.g., written messages, email, or voicemail), • Responsible for submitting requests for conflicts reports; prepares and monitors creation of new business forms, • Coordinates client billing with billing specialist, • Enters, proofreads and finalizes assignments’ time entries on a daily basis;, • Maintains assigned lawyers’ files pursuant to the Firm’s Policy on Records Management, • Support visiting lawyers/clients when required, • Ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff as well as outside clients and vendors, • Works harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team, • A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job; accepts responsibility for actions, • Exercises confidentiality and discretion, • Volunteers to assist others and seeks out work during slow periods in work load, • Continues to develop skills and abilities, • Maintains a safe and unobstructed work area, including a neat and well-organized desk; demonstrates safe work practices, • Other duties, as assigned. Education and/or Experience: Required: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)., • 2 -10+ years related experience and/or training., • Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)., • Demonstrated proficiency in basic knowledge of legal terminology, formatting of legal documents and practice group's systems and procedures (e.g., court procedures, closings).

Job Description • Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered., • This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy., • Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation. BASIC FUNCTION: Assist the Corporate Secretary with respect to all aspects of Directors’ meetings for ESD and certain of its subsidiaries and/or affiliated entities such as the New York Job Development Authority. Coordinate with Department Heads and staff of all Departments concerning presentation of projects to Directors. WORK PERFORMED: • Establish and maintain annual schedules of all board meetings., • Coordinate the preparation of all materials for timely submission to Directors., • Ensure review and approval by all relevant Departments for legal sufficiency and editorial clarity., • Distribute and ensure posting of Directors’ materials., • Draft materials and resolutions relating to certain corporate and/or administrative matters for submission to and approval by Directors., • Maintain Corporate records., • Assist the Compliance Officer with compliance items involving Directors., • Provide reference/research information from corporate records for staff or outside inquiries., • Schedule Directors’ meetings for ESD and named subsidiaries/affiliates, and schedule Board Prep meetings and all committee meetings., • Review Omnibus Certificate and other ESD bond sale-related documentation for accuracy and provide numerous exhibits to Omnibus Certificate from ESD’s Corporate records., • Review and approve ESD Directors’ expense disbursements., • Ensure posting of all public notices for Board meetings, public hearings, and other legally required postings and/or notices. Education Level required: B.A. or B.S. or equivalent. Relevant experience required: Minimum of five years in a comparable and comparably responsible position. Knowledge required: Excellent verbal and written skills are required as are superior organizational abilities. Ability to work collegially and effectively in a team setting. Must have excellent capability to multi-task and perform responsibilities with tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Experience with working with corporate boards and/or state or city government preferred. In-person presence required a minimum of 50%, or as needed at the discretion of the General Counsel.

Job DescriptionDescription: Job Title: HR Administrative Assistant Supervisor: Senior Director of Human Resources/ Secretary to the Board Job Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Job Hours: 25-29 hours per week Location: Midtown Manhattan, On-Site Compensation: $23-$25 per hour About Encore: Known widely as Broadways longest running act of loving care, Encore’s mission is to improve the quality of life for older New Yorkers so they are not just surviving, but thriving. Through a robust array of programming, Encore takes a “no wrong door approach” to ensure Seniors are able to age in place comfortably for as long as possible. Encore is recognized as one of the most respected and trusted nonprofit organizations providing services for older New Yorkers in New York’s City. Encore is on the cutting edge in the human service field and is a staunch advocate not only for older New Yorkers, but also for the essential human service employees who serve as the City’s safety net. Do not miss this chance to work for a mission-oriented organization, which centers employees as its number one resource. Position Summary: The HR Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to the Senior Director of Human Resources / Secretary to the Board and the Executive Director. This role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day HR and executive tasks, supporting internal communications, and ensuring smooth documentation, scheduling, and organizational flow. The position requires excellent organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Benefits: This position is a part-time position with benefits that include paid time off (vacation, sick days and earned floating holidays) flexible spending account, dependent care, and transit benefits. Requirements: • Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for the Executive Team and the Board;, • Prepare correspondence, reports, meeting agendas, and presentation materials., • Maintenance of all employee files, both paper and electronic, related to events, such as hiring, terminations, leaves, transfers, or promotions in files as well as similar records using the utmost confidentiality;, • Maintain additional files and documents related to executive and HR functions;, • Assist with HR-related compliance such as maintaining equal employment opportunity records and personnel audits;, • Support logistics and materials preparation for leadership meetings, board meetings, and HR initiatives;, • Assist in onboarding and offboarding processes, including scheduling orientations, preparing new hire paperwork, scheduling exit interviews and conducting follow-ups., • Process background and reference checks and process hiring-related paperwork for all New Hires;, • Maintain and update employee records and personnel files, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards., • Track staff certifications, training completions, and policy acknowledgments;, • Assist with HR compliance documentation, including I-9s, background checks, and required postings;, • Track and maintain logs related to employee leaves, benefits enrollments, and performance reviews;, • Assist with benefits enrollments, qualifying events and terminations, monthly check processing for medical, dental, FSA, Dependent Care, Transit and 403B management;, • Prepare and maintenance of orientation packets for new hires, trainings and other supporting materials;, • Support organizational surveys, evaluations, and data collection efforts;, • Other HR-related duties as assigned. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred;, • 2–3 years of administrative or HR support experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting;, • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion;, • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills;, • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity) is a plus;, • Strong organizational and time-management skills;, • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred;, • Must have Administrative efficiency and attention to detail;, • Demonstrated discretion and professionalism;, • Strong calendar and task management;, • Ability to Adapt in a high paced work environment;, • Respect for high level confidentiality and organizational values

Job Description DEPARTMENT: Entertainment Group & Corporate Group SCHEDULE/STATUS: Monday – Friday, 10AM to 6PM, 4 days in office (hybrid), with overtime flexibility, Full-Time/Non-Exempt SUPERVISOR: Entertainment Partners & Corporate Partners LOCATION: New York City SALARY: The salary for this position is $70,000 – 80,000, plus overtime. SUMMARY Founded more than 40 years ago as a boutique law firm servicing the entertainment and arts communities, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz provides the highest quality legal services to clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines worldwide. The firm leads practices in advertising, charitable organizations, corporate & finance, entertainment, estate planning, intellectual property, litigation, professional responsibility, technology, and other areas. Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz has offices in Los Angeles and New York City. Our Entertainment Group represents clients in the motion picture, television, theatre, news, podcast, radio, fashion and music industries, including actors, writers, directors, producers, radio, television and podcast personalities, playwrights, composers, musicians, comedians, models, and designers. Our Corporate Group represents emerging and established companies, entrepreneurs, business owners, buyers, sellers, investors, consultants, bankers, finders, franchisors, franchisees, exempt organizations, and creative talent in the media, entertainment, advertising, fashion, information technology and innovation industries. We are seeking a transactional paralegal to help support both the Entertainment Group and the Corporate Group. The paralegal will work closely with partners, counsel, and associates in negotiating and closing mergers and acquisitions, film finance and motion picture distribution transactions, equity and debt financings, as well as agreements for actors, writers, directors, and producers in the motion picture and television industries. This position affords a unique opportunity to become an integral part of an internationally recognized law firm and to work with top attorneys in their respective field. PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS • Prepare checklists for debt and equity financings, loan and M&A closings;, • Review chain of title documents;, • Prepare and file security documents;, • Prepare filings with the US Copyright Office;, • Order and review UCC and lien searches;, • Assist with the formation of limited liability companies and corporations;, • Draft and file corporate formation documents and qualification documents;, • Assist with stock issuances, including preparing stock certificates;, • File merger certificates and other statutory documents with state agencies;, • Assist with Form D and Blue Sky filings;, • Set up and maintain capitalization tables on electronic cap table management platforms;, • Assist with the creation of equity plans and the issuance of stock options through electronic equity management platforms;, • Assist in preparing disclosure schedules;, • Drafting board and stockholder written consents and resolutions;, • Assist with NY publication requirement for LLCs;, • Maintain corporate minute books and stock ledgers;, • Maintain records of officer and director appointments;, • Manage filing deadlines for annual reports, franchise tax filings, and registered agent renewals;, • Collect, organize and compile signature pages for closings;, • Draft ancillary loan and M&A closing documents, such as secretary certificates and officer certificates;, • Organize and maintain virtual data rooms for due diligence, and assist with organizing diligence materials for attorney review;, • Perform basic diligence review (e.g., reviewing minute books, identifying missing documents);, • Revise agreements based on attorney instructions;, • Work with attorneys throughout contract negotiations;, • Draft transmittal letters and other correspondence;, • Research union and guild rules and tax credit incentives;, • Obtain EIN’s from the IRS;, • Create closing binders;, • Draft and revise various types of contracts;, • Assist the corporate paralegal with mandatory filings; and, • Perform other related duties as assigned. SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED • Excellent verbal/written communication skills;, • Exceptional organizational skills;, • Strong and resourceful (online) research skills;, • Detail-oriented;, • Ability to balance many tasks and work within deadlines; and, • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree required., • Minimum two (2) years of experience as a paralegal at a law firm, production company or studio., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz offers eligible employees a comprehensive range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, flexible spending and retirement plans. To apply: Direct applicants may apply to this position by clicking “Apply” below or on the upper right side on this posting. Your submission must include a resume and cover letter addressed to the hiring manager. If you have any questions about this position, you may contact Human Resources by sending an email to . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. The duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is committed to providing a diverse work environment free from harassment and discrimination, in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting the most qualified employees and providing them with equal opportunity for advancement in all aspects of employment. All human resources actions are administered in a manner which will not discriminate against any persons on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, or any other characteristic or trait protected by Federal, State or local law. The Firm prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. Further, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities who request such accommodation, consistent with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.