Administrative Assistant - Legal Group
CBIZ
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- Location
- New York, NY
- Work style
- On-site
- Posted
- Oct 21
- 2 days ago
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About the company
CBIZ
Management consulting · 5,001 to 10,000 employees
What you'll do
- LI-KH1 LI-Onsite
What you need
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years experience in office environment and preferably performing as an administrative assistant
- Must have knowledge of administrative procedures
- Proficient use of applicable technology
- Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
- Education: a high school diploma, an associate degree or a bachelor's degree
Key skills
Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelPowerPointOutlookTeamsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailWritten and verbal communicationAdministrative proceduresClient service
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Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
2 years experience in office environment and preferably performing as an administrative assistant
Must have knowledge of administrative procedures
Proficient use of applicable technology
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
CBIZ is seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Assistant to support a collaborative legal team in a fully in-office role (5 days per week). This position provides critical administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, coordinates client-facing meetings and communications, and helps ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and responsive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A strong commitment to delivering exceptional service, maintaining professionalism, and supporting both clients and colleagues is essential to success in this role.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys and legal professionals, including calendar management, document preparation, file maintenance, copying, scanning, mailing, and general administrative support.
Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize correspondence, engagement letters, legal documents, and other client-facing materials with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Assist with opening new client matters, maintaining client records, and processing executed documents in accordance with established procedures.
Coordinate and participate in client meetings, including scheduling, preparing meeting materials, and providing logistical support before, during, and after meetings.
Serve as a professional point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders via phone, email, video conference, and in-person interactions.
Support client billing, reporting, and collections processes, ensuring timely and accurate follow-up.
Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems and assist with records management.
Provide support for special projects and perform additional administrative and operational duties as needed.
Assist with marketing initiatives, social media activities, client communications, and other business development efforts as opportunities arise.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of two years of administrative or office support experience required; experience in a law firm, legal department, or other professional services environment strongly preferred.
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional, client-service-oriented approach.
Strong follow-through, sound judgment, and the initiative to anticipate needs, identify solutions, and support team objectives.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, along with the ability to quickly learn new technologies and internal systems.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and process improvement.
Experience with, or interest in, marketing, social media, client engagement, and business development activities is a plus.