Administrative Assistant

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Administrative Assistant position in our New Orleans Office.

This position is on-site five days per week.

The Position

Key Responsibilities:

• 1+ years’ experience as an administrative assistant, or comparable position, supporting upper management
• Exceptional attention to detail, note taking, document management & organization
• Flexible self-starter who demonstrates initiative & follow through
• Superior communication both verbal and written skills
• Strong proof reading, editing and writing skills
• Ability to execute projects on an autonomous, proactive & timely basis
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Excel & Word

Qualifications

• Assist on various projects, communications, expenses and scheduling
• Use good judgment when acting on behalf of the executives
• Maintain schedules and calendars, independently organizing documents needed for project follow up, and providing reminders of upcoming meetings, conference calls, etc.
• Prepare and send emails, memos, and Excel and PowerPoint documents as needed or directed
• Extensive proofreading & editing of documents
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• Insurance coverage experience is a plus 

Why Should You Apply? 

• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.  It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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