Esquire Recruiting, LLC
Executive Assistant to Chairman | Mid-Size Law Firm | Chicago, IL
This is a legal/administrative support role providing executive assistance to the Chairman of a mid-size Chicago-based law firm. The EA will support the Chairman and provide administrative support to a corporate attorney, including calendar management, meeting coordination, document preparation, and billing activities. Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office are required. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Applications should be directed to the listed recruiter contact. Base pay range $85,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr Send resume to
Shay Force, Director:
shay@esquire-recruiting.com Responsibilities
Provide support to the firm’s Chairman Maintain calendars for the attorney Arrange conferences and meetings for interoffice and client meetings, including booking conference rooms, coordinating attendees, and working with Hospitality to provide refreshments Maintain client files for easy retrieval and coordinate with Records Management for proper organization and maintenance Assist attorneys with preparation and submission of expense reports for travel and/or daily expenses Provide accurate client billing information for all applicable purposes Type, format, proofread, and edit legal documents specific to assignment Assist attorneys with billing process and, if requested, collections Prepare and coordinate requests for copy jobs, messenger delivery, special mail handling, accounting, and other office services Conduct online research to gather or clarify information for attorneys and clients Maintain professional image and attitude, acting consistently as an ambassador of the firm Other duties as assigned Requirements
Possess excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrate exceptional time-management and organizational skills Display superior attention to detail and accuracy Demonstrate ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks Accurately and thoroughly take instruction Possess expert working knowledge of and technical skills with Windows, Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Word10 Knowledge of PowerPoint a plus High school diploma or equivalent qualification required A minimum of five years of experience as an executive assistant is required Law firm experience preferred Other skills and abilities
Excellent writing skills Strong organizational skills Strong attention to detail Good judgment Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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This is a legal/administrative support role providing executive assistance to the Chairman of a mid-size Chicago-based law firm. The EA will support the Chairman and provide administrative support to a corporate attorney, including calendar management, meeting coordination, document preparation, and billing activities. Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office are required. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Applications should be directed to the listed recruiter contact. Base pay range $85,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr Send resume to
Shay Force, Director:
shay@esquire-recruiting.com Responsibilities
Provide support to the firm’s Chairman Maintain calendars for the attorney Arrange conferences and meetings for interoffice and client meetings, including booking conference rooms, coordinating attendees, and working with Hospitality to provide refreshments Maintain client files for easy retrieval and coordinate with Records Management for proper organization and maintenance Assist attorneys with preparation and submission of expense reports for travel and/or daily expenses Provide accurate client billing information for all applicable purposes Type, format, proofread, and edit legal documents specific to assignment Assist attorneys with billing process and, if requested, collections Prepare and coordinate requests for copy jobs, messenger delivery, special mail handling, accounting, and other office services Conduct online research to gather or clarify information for attorneys and clients Maintain professional image and attitude, acting consistently as an ambassador of the firm Other duties as assigned Requirements
Possess excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrate exceptional time-management and organizational skills Display superior attention to detail and accuracy Demonstrate ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks Accurately and thoroughly take instruction Possess expert working knowledge of and technical skills with Windows, Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Word10 Knowledge of PowerPoint a plus High school diploma or equivalent qualification required A minimum of five years of experience as an executive assistant is required Law firm experience preferred Other skills and abilities
Excellent writing skills Strong organizational skills Strong attention to detail Good judgment Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Administrative and Legal Industries Law Practice Get notified about new Legal Assistant jobs in Chicago, IL.
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