Client Delivery Assistant (Entry-Level Legal Assistant)
Husch Blackwell · St Louis, MO · 1 wk ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
Essential Job Functions
- Assists with typing, transcribing, and revising documents.
- Makes meeting arrangements and travel arrangements; creates itineraries for travelers.
- Prepares expense statements, reimbursement requests and other Emburse responsibilities.
- Enters billable time and makes revisions to time entries and prebills as needed.
- Provides on-site support, including mailing, copying, printing, and scanning.
- Identifies opportunities to streamline tasks through technology.
- Leverages automation and dashboards to improve tracking, organization, and execution of work.
- Participates in applicable AI and technology-related trainings to maintain proficiency in related tools and services.
- Researches emerging tools and best practices and recommends process improvements to streamline workflows, increase accuracy, and enhance service delivery.
- Proactively demonstrates effective teamwork and communication with team members and all Firm personnel.
- Participates in regular team meetings to discuss current projects and workflow.
- Takes personal responsibility for regularly exchanging information and training tips with team members for maximum job effectiveness.
- Updates project log with pending and completed tasks.
- Operates office equipment including PCs, printers, phones, copiers, facsimiles and typewriters.
- Copes successfully with office demands, remaining calm under pressure.
- Conducts all business in a confidential manner.
Position Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required; 2-year degree preferred or commensurate professional or educational experience.
- 1+ years relevant experience required, preferably in a legal environment.
- Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel required.
- Demonstrate attentiveness and reliability in task execution.
- Proactively identify support needs and seek guidance when necessary.
- Maintain professionalism and accountability.
- Support continuity and trust within practice teams.
- Proactive Problem-Solving – Anticipate and resolve before escalation.
- Judgment & Discretion – Navigate complexity with senior stakeholders.
- Workflow Management – Own full lifecycle with accountability.
- Communication – Clear, concise, solution-focused.
- Business Partnership – Service mindset with strategic value-add.
- Technology Proficiency – AI, automation, continuous upskilling.
- Organizational Excellence – Detail-oriented, multi-tasking across portfolios.
- Accountability – Follow-through and ownership.
- Relationship Management – Build trust across all levels.
- Adaptability – Thrive in dynamic, high-pressure environments.