Administrative Assistant

Vernis & Bowling; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernis & Bowling of Atlanta is seeking a full-time Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to keep the office running smoothly and support our attorneys and staff. This role often leads to promotion to Legal Assistant or Paralegal.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, exceptional organization, multitasking and communication abilities, and will greet visitors while upholding a strong first impression.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s preferred.
• 0–2 years of receptionist or administrative experience; law firm experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Professional demeanor and strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Managing Attorney and departments on office operations
• Greet and assist visitors, answer and direct calls, and respond to inquiries
• Coordinate with local vendors, including the alarm system, phones, postage, landlord and maintenance
• Maintain file organization in line with the firm’s document retention and storage policies
• Serve as liaison with the firm’s Human Resources office on payroll and benefits, under the direction of the Managing Attorney
• Assist the Client Services Representative and Regional Managing Attorney with monthly expense reports

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vernis & Bowling of Atlanta is seeking a full-time Receptionist / Administrative Assistant. This position is a fundamental part of our team, keeping the office running smoothly and supporting our attorneys and staff. This role often leads to promotion to Legal Assistant or Paralegal.

The ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal skills and ensures every visitor feels welcome and leaves with a strong first impression. You’ll also need exceptional organization, multitasking and communication skills.

Position Description:

Reporting to the Managing Attorney, the Receptionist / Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support for the daily operation of the Atlanta office, in line with the firm’s goals, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Managing Attorney and departments on office operations
• Greet and assist visitors, answer and direct calls, and respond to inquiries
• Coordinate with local vendors, including the alarm system, phones, postage, landlord and maintenance
• Maintain file organization in line with the firm’s document retention and storage policies
• Serve as liaison with the firm’s Human Resources office on payroll and benefits, under the direction of the Managing Attorney
• Assist the Client Services Representative and Regional Managing Attorney with monthly expense reports

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s preferred
• 0–2 years of receptionist or administrative experience; law firm experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Professional demeanor and strong written and verbal communication skills