Legal Secretary Manager
Industry: Legal
Status: Full-Time
Location: San Francisco, CA (4 days onsite, Fridays remote)
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY
- Overseeing a team of a dozen legal secretaries while also contributing as a high-level legal administrative assistant.
- Coordinate staffing needs, manage workflow, and ensure consistent support coverage across attorneys and practice groups.
- Mentor and lead legal administrative staff with a focus on performance management, HR best practices, and employee relations.
- Serve as the go-to contact for PTO approvals, timesheet reviews, and attendance tracking.
- Conduct new hire orientations and coordinate training efforts for both attorneys and administrative staff.
- Prepare and deliver performance evaluations and address workplace issues promptly and professionally.
- Support firm leadership with documentation, scheduling, and operational updates.
FIRM PROFILE & BENEFITS
- Highly respected global firm known for its collaborative and professional environment.
- Stunning downtown San Francisco office with modern amenities and support resources.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and generous PTO.
- Growth-oriented leadership team and strong mentorship culture.
BACKGROUND PROFILE
- Supervisory experience overseeing administrative professionals.
- Prior experience as a senior legal secretary or legal administrative assistant in a law firm environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage up and down.
- Proven track record of problem-solving, multitasking, and sound judgment in fast-paced settings.
- Understanding of HR fundamentals, employee relations, and performance documentation best practices.
- High attention to detail, exceptional professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills.
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