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.
The Conference Services Assistant ensures all functions of the main reception desk are handled professionally and timely. The Assistant will work as part of a team and interface with all levels of staff. This person will receive and direct callers and visitors, operate the telephone system, relay information to all relevant parties, book conference rooms, coordinate catering needs and provide clerical support to Business Services staff.
The hours for this position are 11:00am ET to 7:00pm ET.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Minimum of 1+ year of experience in a high-volume, professional services environment
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills
- Ability to work well independently and exercise sound judgement
- Proactively identify and diffuse difficult situations
- Strong technical/computer skills
- Flexibility and willingness to work overtime as needed
This position will require physical presence in Proskauer’s offices on a regular basis (5 days per week). The anticipated compensation for this position is $50,000 - $60,000. 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.