Legal Secretary, North American Tax Practice at Baker McKenzie
New York, New York, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 25

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Excel, Training, Communication Skills, Powerpoint

Industry

Legal Services

Description

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent; secretarial Degree preferred
  • A large amount of legal secretarial experience; work experience in a legal or professional services environment
  • A minimum of Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Intermediate knowledge of office systems (i.e., Intapp Time, Intapp Open, etc.)
  • Very able to complete fine hand manipulation (heavy typing, dialing, filing); sitting/standing/walking/stooping; ability to lift to 25 lbs
  • Can work independently prioritizing work and meeting deadlines
  • Knowledge of marketing resources and relevant materials
  • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
  • Actively pursues opportunities for self-development/collaboration
  • Understands Firm structure and available resources
  • Looks for ways to improve processes and/or procedures
  • Some analytical ability is required to find solutions to various administrative problems and prioritize workload
    This position is bonus-eligible and includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits based on the number of hours worked. The US base compensation for this position is expected to be $95,000 to $102,000 annually if located in an office in the state of New York. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare attorneys’ correspondence, and other legal documents as requested
  • Appropriately draft information on behalf of the timekeeper with little or no direction
  • Manage attorneys’ calendars
  • Schedule and organize complex activities such as meetings, travel, and seminars
  • Update and proof visual presentations
  • Organize and prioritize large volumes of email and phone calls
  • Respond to regularly occurring requests for information
  • Type general correspondences, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, etc. Proofread copy for spelling and grammar making appropriate changes
  • Volunteers to assist others in practice groups and office. Works harmoniously in a team environment and fosters team spirit
  • Share information and expertise readily with staff members at all levels
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