We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to our senior partners or executives at our law firm. The Executive Assistant plays a crucial role in managing day-to-day operations, facilitating communication, and ensuring efficiency in executive activities. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Calendar and Schedule Management:
- Manage complex calendars and schedule appointments, meetings, and conference calls for senior partners or executives.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodations, and itineraries as needed.
Communication and Correspondence:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external communications, including screening calls, emails, and visitors.
- Draft and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations on behalf of senior partners or executives.
Meeting Coordination and Support:
- Prepare meeting agendas, materials, and presentations for executive meetings.
- Attend meetings and distribute meeting notes or action items as required.
Project Coordination:
- Assist in managing and coordinating special projects and initiatives as assigned by senior partners or executives.
- Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and follow up on action items to ensure deadlines are met.
Administrative Support:
- Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, copying, and organizing documents.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
Client and Stakeholder Relations:
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and external contacts.
- Coordinate client meetings, events, and hospitality arrangements as needed.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
- Proven experience as an executive assistant or similar role, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and practices is advantageous.
Skills:
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office software.
Personal Attributes:
- Professional demeanor and strong ethical standards.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Proactive and resourceful problem solver with a proactive attitude.
- Team player with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting our senior partners or executives in achieving their strategic objectives. If you are a dedicated and experienced professional with a passion for providing high-level administrative support, we encourage you to apply for the Executive Assistant position at our law firm.