Assistant (Legal Secretary) - Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Description/Job Summary

The Assistant (Legal Secretary) is responsible for providing executive level administrative support to attorneys of the Firm by effectively managing day-to-day activities, the flow of information and maximizing their attorneys' time and productivity.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Foster open and frequent communication with assigned attorneys and keep them informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities; including assisting in meeting targets and deadlines
• Serve as first point of contact as it relates to calendar management (e.g. managing attorneys' internal/external meetings, events and travel arrangements). Act as the gatekeeper for prioritizing conflicting needs
• Draft, edit and proofread emails
• Develop a strong understanding of each attorneys' work, Firm practice groups and cultivate a professional network of peers across the Firm  
• Create client matter intake forms and assist with billing preparation alongside our finance team
• Assist attorneys with administrative tasks including preparing their diaries, processing Chrome River expenses, and keeping contact lists up to date
• Monitor tracking and recording of travel and expense reimbursement requests
• Assist with document production (e.g. redlining, formatting, creating presentation materials), organize and maintain key documents in the appropriate workspaces in the document management system (i.e., iManage Work)
• Liaise with other departments and interact with clients on attorneys' behalf
• Perform notary duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• 5+ years of executive assistant experience, preferably in a law firm or in professional services
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor; ability to work effectively with all levels of Firm personnel and stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to proofread written materials and presentations
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and  collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and tech-savvy with the ability to learn new technologies
• Demonstrated ability to develop intimate knowledge of assigned attorneys' work habits and preferences by anticipating their needs and shepherding work forward with limited direction
• Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Possess sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities and deadlines
• Certified Notary Public (License must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in legal studies, business or related field preferred

Details

Salary Information

NY only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $80k to $100k at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.

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