Administrative Assistant

Redwood City, California Permanent USD80,000 - USD135,000 per year View Job Description
This role provides high‑level administrative and organizational support to senior legal professionals in a fast‑paced environment. The position requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence.
  • Support professionals on high‑profile, complex matters
  • Competitive compensation with excellent benefits and career stability

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global professional services organization within the legal industry, known for advising on complex, high‑stakes matters. With offices in major financial and political centres worldwide, the firm delivers sophisticated, practical solutions through close collaboration and exceptional client service.

Job Description

  • Prepare, revise and format correspondence and legal documentation
  • Manage calendars, appointments, travel and meeting logistics
  • Answer and place calls professionally; take accurate messages
  • Review and manage electronic and physical mail
  • Organize client and internal meetings
  • Input attorney time and reimbursable expenses
  • Prepare client bills, track payments and support billing processes
  • Understand and calculate billing‑related financials
  • Maintain office equipment with supplies as needed
  • Provide reception cover when required
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc tasks



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Administrative Assistant should have:

  • 1-5 years' experience as an administrative assistant or paralegal
  • Associate degree or higher
  • Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Able to manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities
  • Professional, reliable and punctual
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, positive attitude
  • Discreet and committed to confidentiality

What's on Offer

  • Base salary range of $85,000-$135,000, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Exposure to complex, high‑profile legal work
  • Collaborative, professional team environment
  • Long‑term career stability within a prestigious organization



If you're a motivated Administrative Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in New York, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Kathryn Mettler
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7036484

Job summary

Sector
Office Support
Sub Sector
Administrator
Industry
Business Services
Location
Redwood City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kathryn Mettler
Job Reference
JN-062026-7036484