Description
Are you a highly organized professional looking for a dynamic role with leadership potential?
We seek a proactive and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support our Managing Attorney. In this role, you'll oversee scheduling, coordinate travel, manage systems, and ensure the smooth operation of daily administrative tasks.
Ideal candidates thrive on planning, problem-solving, and taking initiative in a fast-paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
Strategically manage the Managing Attorney's calendar, internal / external meetings, and all travel logistics, including speaking engagements and last-minute pivots
Keep the Managing Attorney informed and aligned with company-wide initiatives and day-to-day operations, and act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners, fostering a culture of effective communication
- Prepare reports, presentations, and documents on behalf of the Managing Attorney for internal and external use
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Maintain an organized and efficient executive office
Events, Conferences & Partnerships
Assist with pre-event logistics and in-person support for Managing Attorney's conference presence, sponsorships, and key industry partnerships to maximize brand impactAssist with internal event planning, including the annual company gathering, ensuring a seamless experience within budgetProcess Management
Maintain and update the company's CRM and CMS system (Action Step | Lawmatics) to track leads and client interactionsEngage with new and existing clients as the client relationship liaison to enhance the client experience.Support recruiting and onboarding processes for key rolesAssist with presentation and graphic design support for PowerPoint decks and internal documentationThe Managing Attorney relies on you as a trusted advisorA Proactive Problem-Solver - You anticipate issues before they arise and take action without waiting for instructionsQualifications
We need a highly organized, unshakable multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team cultureDiscreet & Trustworthy - You'll have access to sensitive information, and confidentiality is keyYou think 10 steps ahead and always have a backup plan (or three)Highly Adaptable & Resilient - You're comfortable in an ever-changing environment with shifting priorities and can pivot seamlessly when things don't go as plannedAn Exceptional Communicator - Strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to translate complex or vague instructions into actionable tasksDetail-Oriented with a Big-Picture Mindset - You catch the small details others miss while also keeping an eye on overall goals and strategyTech-Savvy & Systems-Oriented - Comfortable with tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Lawmatics, and Action Step to keep everything running smoothlyCalm Under Pressure - High-stress situations don't faze youYou keep things moving even when everyone else is overwhelmedA Strong Relationship Manager - You know how to work with different personality types, high-level executives, and external partners to build strong relationships that get things doneHigh in Emotional Intelligence (EQ) - You read between the lines and understand the Managing Attorney's needs without constantly being toldA Go-Getter - You take initiative, don't wait to be told what to do, and bring fresh ideas to improve efficiency and workflowExperience in executive support, project management, or a related fieldProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Lawmatics, Action Step, and EgnyteStrong organizational, communication, and multitasking skillsAbility to problem-solve, anticipate needs, and work independentlyWe believe in cognitive diversity - we want unique thinkers, problem solvers, and innovators to help us level upOur company values cognitive diversity-meaning we actively seek out different viewpoints, problem-solving approaches, skills, and ways of thinking