Job Description

Executive Assistant - Legal Industry
Location: New York, NY (On-site, with one day hybrid potential after 90+ days)

Compensation: $80-120k depending on experience

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
About the Role:
A leading global law firm is seeking an Executive Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to a senior executive in its New York office. This role requires a proactive and highly organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises discretion, and excels at managing complex schedules, communications, and competing priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
Executive Support: Manage calendar coordination, schedule meetings and travel, and handle inbox management.
Administrative Duties: Process expenses, coordinate with internal teams, and ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
Gatekeeping & Prioritization: Serve as a primary point of contact, exercising discretion and understanding what and when to escalate.
Collaboration: Work closely with a team of professional assistants to provide support as needed.
Flexibility & Responsiveness: Maintain a strong in-office presence and be available for urgent matters when required.
Qualifications:
5+ years of legal assistant experience , including 2+ years supporting a senior attorney or partner in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in Big Law or a large professional services firm required.
Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and a high level of professionalism.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal administrative tools.
Why Join?
Work with a renowned leader in the legal industry .
Join a collaborative team of experienced assistants .
Competitive compensation with potential for hybrid flexibility down the line.
If you are a detail-oriented, proactive professional with experience supporting high-level attorneys or executives, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Tags

Immediate start, Monday to Friday,

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