Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

legal

Assistant

$90–90k Washington, District of Columbia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“Assistant at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Skills: executive level administrative support, managing attorney's schedule, managing travel arrangements, managing billing, document production, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel. Providing executive level administrative support to attorneys. Managing day-to-day activities and the flow of information”

What You'll Achieve.

Maximizing their attorneys’ time and productivity; Assist in meeting targets and deadlines

Industry & Context.

legal
Problems you'll solve

creative problem solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing, Ability to type 50+ skilled typing ability and knowledge of personal computers, software, and related applications, Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, attention to detail, Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment, Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in relaying information, Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment, Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience in an office or professional services setting, High School diploma or GED equivalent

Nice to Have

Basic knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Four-year college degree

What You'll Do.

Providing executive level administrative support to attorneys

Managing day-to-day activities and the flow of information

Maximizing attorneys’ time and productivity

Fostering open and frequent communication with assigned attorneys

Keeping attorneys informed of upcoming commitments

Assisting in meeting targets and deadlines

Managing daily coordination of attorneys’ Outlook calendars

Solving challenging scheduling requirements

Acting as a gatekeeper for prioritizing conflicting needs

Answering multiple phone screens and directing calls

Coordinating internal and external meetings

Arranging logistics based on meeting requirements

Making arrangements for travel

transportation and accommodations

Serving as first point of contact for managing attorneys’ schedule

document production and other tasks

Assisting attorneys with administrative tasks including preparing their diaries

processing Chrome River expenses

and keeping contact lists up to date

Preparing attorney diaries through Firm diary application (Intapp)

Organizing and maintaining key documents in the appropriate workspaces in the document management system

Utilizing various office machines to transmit data

Creating and maintaining attorney files using alphanumeric systems

Coordinating with Conference Services when scheduling meetings for room reservations

food/beverages and audio/visual equipment needs

Preparing and processing client bills

working closely with Billing department

revising and proofreading letters and various legal documents

Providing backup coverage for other assistants and receptionists

Performing other duties as assigned

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; Fostering open and frequent communication with assigned attorneys; Coordinating with Conference Services; Working closely with Billing department; Providing backup coverage for other assistants and receptionists

Communication Scope

Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing; Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in relaying information

Process & Methodology

Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, Ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment

Full Job Description

The Assistant is responsible for providing executive level administrative support to attorneys of the firm by effectively managing day-to-day activities and the flow of information and maximizing their attorneys’ time and productivity. ## **Responsibilities** * Foster open and frequent communication with assigned attorneys and keep them informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities; including assisting in meeting targets and deadlines * Manage daily coordination of attorneys’ Outlook calendars and use creative problem solving skills to solve challenging scheduling requirements. Act as the gatekeeper for prioritizing conflicting needs * Answer multiple phone lines; screen and direct calls them as appropriate * Coordinate internal and external meetings, programs and events. Arrange proper logistics based on meeting requirements * Make arrangements for travel, transportation and accommodations via Internet and/or through the Firm’s travel department * Serve as first point of contact as it relates to managing attorneys’ schedule, travel arrangements, billing, document production (e.g. redlining, formatting, etc.) and other tasks * Assist attorneys with administrative tasks including preparing their diaries, processing Chrome River expenses, and keeping contact lists up to date * Prepare attorney diaries through Firm diary application (Intapp) * Organize and maintain key documents in the appropriate workspaces in the document management system * Utilize various office machines to transmit data, print, duplicate, fax and PDF * Create and maintain attorney files using alphanumeric systems * Coordinate with Conference Services when scheduling meetings for room reservations, food/beverages and audio/visual equipment needs * Prepare and process client bills, working closely with Billing department * Create, revise and proofread letters and various legal documents * Provide backup coverage for other assistants and receptionists * Perform other duties as assigned ## ##

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