Office Assistant

Office Assistant

We are seeking an Office Assistant to join a well-established law firm located near Newton, MA. The Office Assistant will be responsible for front desk operations and providing administrative support to the legal team, including paralegals and legal assistants. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of receptionist or administrative experience, preferably in a legal setting.

This is a contract-to-hire position paying $24/hr for a 40-hour work week. The role requires onsite presence five days a week.

Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls courteously and professionally
• Greet clients and visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, copying, and data entry
• Draft and format legal and administrative documents
• Support paralegals and legal assistants with clerical and case-related tasks
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area
• Sort and distribute mail; handle outgoing correspondence
• Assist with scheduling meetings and managing conference room reservations

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required
• At least 1 year of administrative or front desk experience
• Legal or professional office experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills

Interested candidates should email their resume to Lydia at

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Industry: Staffing and Recruiting