Senior Administrative Assistant (Law Firm) $50,000-65,000 per year

Downtown Pittsburgh law firm is in need of a senior level assistant.  The selected candidate will provide direct support to firm partner and others.

Duties to include:

·   Preparation of various documents to include pleadings, briefs, agreements, powers of attorney, and tax documents, will include some dictation

·   Maintaining client and office files to include electronic file management  

·   Screening telephone calls and distributing them accordingly

·   Entering of attorney/paralegal time into billing system  

·   Assisting with updating and maintaining client contact database on an ongoing basis.

·   Scheduling meetings, coordinating conference room(s) and meeting arrangements  

·   Provide backup support to others staff as needed and schedule  

Requirements:          

·         5 years executive level administrative support experience

·         Like experience within a legal setting is a plus

·         Proficient MSWord, Outlook and Excel skills with ability to learn new software

·         Professional verbal and written communication skills

·         Strong organizational and multitasking skills

·         Ability to take initiative in handling projects and anticipating needs

·         Associates degree required, bachelor’s degree preferred