Senior Legal Assistant

About the role

Total Number of Openings 1 Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of   Senior Legal Assistant   through   September 9th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific).   This position will be based in San Ramon, CA.    Strategic Issues & International Litigation (SI& IL ) seeks an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Counsel, who will manage this position. Responsibilities include coordinating complex schedules and organizing travel arrangements both domestically and internationally.   The ideal candidate   must   manage confidential information with discretion, exercise   sound judgment, efficiently handle   demanding workloads, and coordinate complex schedules and travel. Initiative,   self-motivation,   accuracy, attention to detail,   independent decision-making,   strong   interpersonal   and problem-solving   skills, plus the   ability   to multitask, are essential.   The Strategic Issues & Litigation Group (SI&L)   is responsible for   the oversight, evaluation, and management of complex, high-stakes litigation,   investigations   and advice.    The   Senior Legal Assistant   will be part of SI&L’s tightly integrated team coordinating   strategic   legal   matters   and providing comprehensive, high-quality legal advice and advocacy   in a fast-paced   and   dynamic   environment.    The   Senior Legal Assistant   is expected to be an involved, strongly productive member of the team.    Professionalism and discretion in dealing with   executive assistants   and   in-house and outside   counsel are crucial.     Likewise, t he ability to work collaboratively with   team members   and   external   stakeholders   is critical.     The position requires a candidate with a commitment to   continuously   learn ing   and expand ing   his or her   skills.    Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:     Effectively manage the Chief Counsel’s calendar   by assessing   priorities   and   internal and external   demands.   C oordinat e   meetings with senior executives, internal teams, and external contacts, including managing   complex,   multi-party meeting s   and serving as the primary administrative point of contact for   internal and   external parties   ( manage   scheduling,   logistics, agendas, attendees, pre-read materials, etc.).   Arrange both domestic and international travel, prepare detailed itineraries,   supply any supportive   information   and   track business and travel expenses for thorough report ing.    Coordinate all aspects of meeting   logistics,   including   proactively resolv ing   scheduling conflicts   and   prioritizing critical matters.   Assist   with the planning of the Chief Counsel’s calendar for the year.    M anage   travel   requirements including visas, immunizations, photos, and passport renewals.   Promptly address urgent matters to ensure all deadlines are met, apply sound judgment in delegating tasks, and promote effective teamwork and collaboration within the group.   Communicate professionally with senior executives and executive assistants.   Use   iManage   to upload   and manage team   documents   and revise legal documents within tight   timeframes.   Investigate inquiries and   relieve   leaders   of   administrative responsibilities, acting as an information resource for SI& IL.   Draft, u pdate, revise and track   documents using M S   Office S uite.    Handle privileged and confidential documents,   including attorney-client communications and attorney work   product,   with strict adherence to applicable confidentiality protocols   and   information-security   requirements.    Assist   with   internal reporting requirements, including tracking required actions   and   submission deadlines,   following up with   contributors, and coordinating with   a ttorney s   as needed.   Support   SI& IL   by preparing correspondence, presentations, and reports.   Organize   logistics, develop agendas, and gather presentation materials for meetings, conferences, and special occasions.   Establish and   maintain   legal matters within the   TeamConnect   matter   management system.   Manage electronic billings, invoices, and payments within and outside of the   TeamConnect   matter management system and set up vendors.   Act as an information resource   around   computer systems,   support   software   and hardware technical support.   Support the Chief Counsel's performance management processes   (PMP), including scheduling and coordinating PMP sessions with direct reports,   compiling   and tracking feedback materials, and managing the annual review calendar.   Assist   with other duties and special projects, as assigned by   the Chief   Counsel and other team members   as needed.   Assist   and provid e   backup coverage to other legal assistants.   Required Qualifications:   Associate’s degree or equivalent   5+ years of legal administrative experience supporting attorneys   or senior leaders   Strong ability to   maintain   the u t most confidentiality and adaptability to changing demands   Demonstrated experience managing active calendars and complex travel    Proven ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgment    Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills   Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) at all levels of the organization   Proficiency   i n   Microsoft Office   Suite   Strong organizational skills and attention to detail   Ability to   act   promptly   under   tight deadlines    Preferred Qualifications:   Bachelor's degree   Experience providing direct executive-level support in a complex, high-stakes legal environment, including coordination with   senior executives’ ass i stants   and   senior   in - house and   outside counsel     Experience coordinating meetings and travel across multiple   national and   international time zones   P roven ability to   support   multiple   workstreams, collaborate with outside and internal teams, set and   maintain   calendars, schedules and agendas, and keep communications clear and   timely   Experience with e-billing, matter management systems,   setting up vendors in payment systems,   and   corporate expense reporting   Experience   with   administrative work related to   internal budgeting and finance processes    Notary   Public   Knowledge of the litigation process   and technology    Proficiency   in   SharePoint,   iManage,   TeamConnect, and SAP Concur /CTREX   Familiarity with   AI   tools,   including MS Copilot       Relocation Options:   Relocation   will   not be   considered.     International Considerations:   Expatriate assignments will not be considered.   Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.   Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions   The compensation and reference to benefits for this role   is   listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.    The   anticipated   salary range for this position is   $ 80,100  – $ 120,100.   The selected candidate’s compensation will be   determined   based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.   Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which   include, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at .     U.S. Regulatory notice: Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.