Assistant (Legal Secretary)

Assistant (Legal Secretary)The Assistant (Legal Secretary) is responsible for providing support for assigned attorneys and/or senior management performing a variety of legal secretarial and administrative duties. ResponsibilitiesAnswer multiple phone lines; screen and direct calls as appropriate Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange conference/teleconference calls Make arrangements for travel, transportation and accommodations via Internet and/or through the Firm's travel department Process expenses through Firm expense application (Chrome River) Prepare attorney diaries through Firm diary application (Intapp) Utilize various office machines to transmit data, print, duplicate, fax and PDF Create and maintain attorney files using alphanumeric systems Coordinate with Conference Services when scheduling meetings for room reservations, food/beverages and audio/visual equipment needs Prepare and process client bills, working closely with Billing department Create, revise and proofread letters and various legal documents Provide backup coverage for other assistants and receptionists Perform other duties as assigned Required SkillsAbility to effectively present information verbally and in writing Ability to type 50+ wpm; skilled typing ability and knowledge of personal computers, software, and related applications Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division Strong attention to detail Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in relaying information Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment Preferred SkillsBasic knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint Preferred Experience3 to 4 years of administrative experience in an office or professional services setting Required EducationHigh School diploma or GED equivalent Preferred EducationFour-year college degree The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, 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. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible. Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.