Manager of Administration

Manager of Administrative Support

Location: New York, NY

Work Schedule: Hybrid | 4 days onsite

Compensation: $150,000 - $195,000 discretionary bonus

A premier global law firm with a strong reputation across the AmLaw ranks is seeking a Manager of Administrative Support to join its New York office. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned law firm operations professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and knows how to build, mentor, and optimize high-performing administrative support teams.

This individual will oversee a team of Legal Executive Assistants and play a critical role in ensuring exceptional day-to-day administrative support for attorneys and business professionals. The position requires a visible, hands-on leader who can drive workflow efficiency, support talent development, improve team performance, and help implement strategic initiatives tied to administrative operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the administrative support function, including workflow management, coverage coordination, scheduling, and overtime oversight
• Lead, develop, and retain a team of administrative professionals to ensure high-level support across the office
• Conduct regular team meetings, one-on-ones, performance reviews, coaching, and compensation recommendations
• Partner closely with attorneys, staff, and leadership to ensure support needs are met effectively and efficiently
• Assist with attorney onboarding, departures, and transitions, including file transfer coordination and continuity of support
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements related to people, workflow, and technology
• Collaborate on departmental projects, strategic initiatives, and programs designed to elevate the administrative support model
• Address employee relations matters in partnership with senior leadership and HR where appropriate
• Maintain a strong in-office presence to monitor team productivity, troubleshoot challenges, and strengthen overall support effectiveness

Ideal Background:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5 years of supervisory or management experience within a mid-to-large law firm or professional services environment
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, mentor, and elevate administrative talent
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively under tight deadlines
• High level of professionalism, discretion, judgment, and emotional intelligence
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong overall technical aptitude

This is an excellent opportunity for an operations-minded administrative leader seeking a visible management role within a sophisticated, high-performing legal environment.