About the Opportunity
Our client, a prominent New York City law firm, is seeking a Senior Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative and legal support to firm leadership. This is a critical position responsible for ensuring seamless operations within executive and legal functions in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
The estimated base pay for this position is $38 to $45 per hour. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide senior-level administrative support to firm leadership, including calendar and meeting management, document preparation, and travel coordination
- Prepare, proofread, and file legal and business documents with accuracy and attention to detail
- Monitor deadlines and maintain confidential client and firm information
- Oversee case files, correspondence, and communications with clients, partners, and senior attorneys
- Anticipate executive and legal needs to ensure efficient operations in a high-level professional setting
- Act as a liaison across internal teams and external stakeholders as needed
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a senior legal administration, legal secretary, or executive assistant role
- At least 6 years’ experience in a law firm environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and related office software
- Excellent organizational, planning, and analytical skills; strong attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in both written and verbal formats
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to manage confidential information
