We are seeking an on-site Administrative Assistant for our Seattle office. This position provides administrative support to the Chief Client Officer, Director of Legal Staffing, and Seattle Partner-in-Charge to ensure efficient management and running of the office on a day-to-day basis. The position will also lend support to covering reception on breaks and assist the marketing team with in-office events. If you are interested in contributing to the effective management of a successful law firm and to the collegiality of our Seattle office, have a high level of discretion, and enjoy working with leaders who bring a high degree of care to their work, we welcome the opportunity for you to join our team.

About Us:

Miller Nash is an established firm with both strong traditions and modern sensibilities. Although our roots in the Pacific Northwest go back more than a century, we are creative thinkers who are committed to serving our clients, our community, and each other in thoughtful and innovative ways. Our attorneys and staff enjoy collaborating with one another, and it shows. New and longstanding members of our team often tell us that they are most impressed by the genuine collegiality and caring at our firm. Learn more about us: About Miller Nash.

The Position:

Some of the responsibilities of this position include:

• Format, type, and edit (including proofreading) a variety of materials, including correspondence, memos, minutes, reports, PowerPoint presentations, and confidential materials
• Provide leaders with materials needed throughout the day (research, documents, links, emails, etc.)
• Carry out special projects and assignments
• Schedule meetings and office events, including booking rooms, ordering catering, making venue reservations, etc.
• Attend meetings and take notes/capture meeting minutes
• For requests coming in, provide leaders with as much context as possible (e.g., decisions needed, approvals, pre-reads, etc.)
• Manage credit card reconciliations
• Post updates to internal SharePoint page
• Update other forms and documents as needed
• Provide coverage to reception during breaks and vacations
• Assist the Seattle marketing team with the set up and management of in-office client events and meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Strong candidates will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience:

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), SharePoint knowledge is a plus, but not required
• Strong organizational skills that keep projects and day-to-day operations running efficiently
• Strong discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality in dealing with internal and external stakeholders/clients
• Ability to proactively manage projects and forecast needs, complete tasks, and provide status updates
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of service mindedness and dependability
• Strong interest in having a positive impact on the firm and its operations.

The Benefits:

To view benefits information, please visit our Professional Staff Benefits page.

Compensation:

Annual Compensation Range: $45,000-$70,000. Potential for discretionary bonus.

The Location:

This is a fully in-office position. This position will work out of our new offices located in Seattle’s International District (605 5^th Ave S.) across the street from Lumen Field. The office is also across the street from King Street Station and adjacent to the International District/Chinatown Station, offering convenient access to public transportation.

Interested?

If you are qualified and interested in being a part of our collaborative team, please apply.

Cover letter and resume must be included with your application to be considered as a candidate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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