Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is excited to announce the opening of our new San Francisco office in early 2026, increasing our Bay Area presence to further improve the cutting-edge legal services we provide to our clients and communities.
Overview The Assistant will be responsible for providing support for partners, counsels, associates, paralegals, and/or senior management in the San Francisco office, performing a variety of essential duties. This role will be expected to work in-office Mondays through Fridays, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Responsibilities
Answer multiple phone lines; screen and direct calls as appropriate
Help new attorneys navigate the firm’s departments and resources ("go-to" person)
Maintain calendars, contacts and working group lists, schedule meetings, and arrange conference/teleconference calls
Receive assignments and perform tasks as requested; provide updates regarding receipt and status of tasks/projects and consistently meet agreed upon deadlines
Assist with the maintenance and management of physical and electronic files
Create, revise and proofread letters and various legal documents
Create and maintain attorney files in both print and digital formats
Support attorneys in all aspects of client onboarding
Make arrangements for travel, transportation and accommodations via Internet and/or through the Firm’s travel department
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
Process expenses through Firm expense application
Prepare attorney diaries through Firm diary application
Assist other Assistants with workflow and back-up support, as needed
Provide backup coverage for Reception and other departments, as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Education, Experience and Skills Education
High School diploma or GED equivalent required
Associate’s degree preferred
Skills and Experience
Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing
1 to 2 years of secretarial experience in an office environment required
Ability to type 50+ wpm; skilled typing ability and knowledge of personal computers, software, and related applications and systems
Proficiency in MS Word required
Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
Strong attention to detail
Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in relaying information
Ability to organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high pressure environment
Preferred
Basic knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint preferred
Physical Demands (Required to perform essential job functions) Sedentary work; see details below for typical requirements:
Sitting: Remaining in the seated position, particularly for sustained periods of time
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms
Pulling/Pushing: Using upper extremities to exert force
Bending/Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Moving the body downward and forward
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Work Environment The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions typical of an office or administrative work setting (normal light, air and space in the work environment).
Salary Information CA Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is
$70,000 to $95,000
at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. This role is non-exempt, meaning it is overtime pay eligible.
Privacy Notice For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice.
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Administrative
Industries: Law Practice
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Overview The Assistant will be responsible for providing support for partners, counsels, associates, paralegals, and/or senior management in the San Francisco office, performing a variety of essential duties. This role will be expected to work in-office Mondays through Fridays, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Responsibilities
Answer multiple phone lines; screen and direct calls as appropriate
Help new attorneys navigate the firm’s departments and resources ("go-to" person)
Maintain calendars, contacts and working group lists, schedule meetings, and arrange conference/teleconference calls
Receive assignments and perform tasks as requested; provide updates regarding receipt and status of tasks/projects and consistently meet agreed upon deadlines
Assist with the maintenance and management of physical and electronic files
Create, revise and proofread letters and various legal documents
Create and maintain attorney files in both print and digital formats
Support attorneys in all aspects of client onboarding
Make arrangements for travel, transportation and accommodations via Internet and/or through the Firm’s travel department
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
Process expenses through Firm expense application
Prepare attorney diaries through Firm diary application
Assist other Assistants with workflow and back-up support, as needed
Provide backup coverage for Reception and other departments, as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Education, Experience and Skills Education
High School diploma or GED equivalent required
Associate’s degree preferred
Skills and Experience
Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing
1 to 2 years of secretarial experience in an office environment required
Ability to type 50+ wpm; skilled typing ability and knowledge of personal computers, software, and related applications and systems
Proficiency in MS Word required
Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
Strong attention to detail
Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in relaying information
Ability to organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high pressure environment
Preferred
Basic knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint preferred
Physical Demands (Required to perform essential job functions) Sedentary work; see details below for typical requirements:
Sitting: Remaining in the seated position, particularly for sustained periods of time
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms
Pulling/Pushing: Using upper extremities to exert force
Bending/Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Moving the body downward and forward
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Work Environment The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions typical of an office or administrative work setting (normal light, air and space in the work environment).
Salary Information CA Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is
$70,000 to $95,000
at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. This role is non-exempt, meaning it is overtime pay eligible.
Privacy Notice For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice.
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Administrative
Industries: Law Practice
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