Partner Assistant

Redwood City, California Permanent USD85,000 - USD135,000 per year View Job Description
This Partner Assistant role supports senior attorneys (primarily corporate) with high-level calendar, travel, and operational support in a fast-paced legal environment. The position is best suited to someone who thrives in a true administrative role, with strong organization, professionalism, and attention to detail.
  • Work closely with senior legal leaders at a top-tier firm
  • Hybrid schedule with strong pay and stability

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious global law firm with a strong presence in major financial markets, known for advising on complex corporate matters. Their California office offers a highly collaborative, team-oriented culture where support staff play a critical role in the firm's success.

Job Description

  • Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and meeting coordination for attorneys
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements
  • Handle time entry, expense reporting, and administrative tracking
  • Support billing processes, including invoice preparation and follow-up
  • Organize client meetings and internal events
  • Manage communications, including phone and email correspondence
  • Provide general administrative support, including reception coverage as needed
  • Collaborate with legal assistants, paralegals, and business support teams
  • Assist with ad hoc administrative projects



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 Partner Assistant should have:

  • 5+ years' experience in an administrative role, ideally within a law firm (Big Law strongly preferred)
  • Experience supporting multiple senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong calendar management, travel coordination, and administrative skill set
  • Positive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to collaborate
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and reliability
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Comfortable working in a purely administrative role (limited document production responsibilities)
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and schedules

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary ($85,000-$135,000) + overtime eligibility
  • Hybrid working model (4 days in office, 1 day remote; fully onsite initially)
  • Standard hours of 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM with some flexibility
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Free on-site parking
  • Supportive, team-driven office culture
  • Opportunity to work alongside high-performing corporate legal professionals



If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a respected organization, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Kathryn Mettler
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7047762

Job summary

Sector
Office Support
Sub Sector
Executive Assistant
Industry
Business Services
Location
Redwood City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kathryn Mettler
Job Reference
JN-062026-7047762