Legal Support Manager
DLA Piper · Baltimore, MD · Yesterday
Hybrid$113k–$172k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Manages day-to-day activities of LSST.
- Cookbook workload and utilization of LSST (individuals and teams), coordinate overflow assistance and inter-department coordination to ensure the overall smooth operation of assistant work and document processing.
- Coverage for leaves of absence.
- Makes LSST members aware of job expectations, how they are performing and where further development is needed.
- Works with HR and timekeepers to resolve performance problems and issues/concerns that arise.
- Arranges and conduct LSST meetings as needed; coordinate training and other similar events for all LSST members; ensure that LSST members receive and participate in all required training.
- Participates in the orientation process for all incoming LSST members and timekeepers.
- Participates in a variety of firm projects related to the Legal Support Services; other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication, strong computer and interpersonal skill sets required to interact with LSST members and timekeepers on a daily basis.
- Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates good judgment.
- Maintains strong organizational and problem-solving skills to interpret and resolve issues as they arise.
- Manages multiple projects and work under pressure.
- Works effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in a legal or professional services management setting, or human resources management preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Bachelor's Degree.
- 5 years’ executive legal support experience with at least two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Desired Skills
- Excellent communication, strong computer and interpersonal skill sets required to interact with LSST members and timekeepers on a daily basis.
- Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates good judgment.
- Maintains strong organizational and problem-solving skills to interpret and resolve issues as they arise.
- Manages multiple projects and work under pressure.
- Works effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in a legal or professional services management setting, or human resources management preferred.
Benefits
Comprehensive package of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
Pay
$112,879 - $172,003 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.
Schedule
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work.