Supervisor, Paralegal Services - Washington, DC

Washington, District of Columbia Permanent USD135,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
This role oversees the daily operations, staffing, and development of a paralegal services team within a leading global law firm environment. The position partners with legal and administrative leadership to optimize workflows, enhance team performance, and deliver high-quality support across practice areas.
  • Lead and shape a high-performing paralegal team in a top-tier legal setting
  • Gain exposure to complex, high-profile legal matters across practices

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized law firm operating at the forefront of complex legal matters, including transactions, litigation, and regulatory work. With a strong presence across major financial centers, the firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to excellence, and investment in professional development and innovation.

Job Description

  • Supervise day-to-day operations of the paralegal team across multiple practice areas
  • Manage staffing, workload allocation, and utilization to meet business demands
  • Oversee recruitment, on boarding, training, and ongoing performance management
  • Partner with attorneys and leadership to coordinate workflows and case support
  • Monitor administrative processes including timekeeping, expenses, and attendance
  • Support budget planning, vendor management, and cost control initiatives
  • Lead process improvements and implement best practices for efficiency
  • Coordinate special requests including urgent staffing, notary, and apostille services
  • Deliver training programs and mentor-ship initiatives to enhance team capability
  • Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures, and industry standards



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 Supervisor, Paralegal Services should have:

  • Proven experience in paralegal work with strong knowledge of litigation and transactions
  • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, both written and verbal
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Confidence handling sensitive information with discretion
  • Proficiency in standard office and project management tools
  • Capable of influencing stakeholders and resolving challenging situations effectively

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary with discretionary bonus
  • Comprehensive health and well being benefits
  • Generous paid time off and family leave policies
  • Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative, and high-performance work environment
  • Opportunities to contribute to community and impact initiatives



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Supervisor, Paralegal Services in Washington, DC we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Kathryn Mettler
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7047741

Job summary

Sector
Legal
Sub Sector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - In House
Industry
Business Services
Location
Washington
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kathryn Mettler
Job Reference
JN-062026-7047741