Legal Executive Assistant

ProskauerNew York City, New YorkOn-siteFull-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 59 minutes ago

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About this role

The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 900+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.

Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative, and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies.

A successful candidate will be highly organized, competent in key administrative skills, and comfortable in a high-pressure environment. The individual must exhibit a high level of initiative and use excellent judgment when handling matters with limited guidance. The successful candidate must be able to work well in a team environment.

- Bachelor's Degree

- 3-7 years of administrative or legal experience

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), comfort with technology, and ability to learn programs and software

- Self-starter, extremely organized, and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy

- Maintain composure in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced, multi-authority environment

- Multi-task and manage priorities effectively

- Discretion when dealing with confidential matters

- Exceptional follow-up and follow-through skills

- Available to work overtime as needed

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer’s offices on a regular basis (at least 4x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $95,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Proskauer is committed to providing a work environment that includes equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.