Administrative Assistant - Practice Services

Jones Day; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Day, based in Washington, DC, is seeking a Practice Administrative Assistant to support the Practice Services Department by capturing, editing and making lawyer and Firm client experience readily accessible. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and proficiency with PC and Microsoft Office.

The starting salary range for this Washington, DC position is $65,000 to $80,000, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, time management, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to perform research using internal Firm databases and external sources.
• Experience with PC and Office applications; discretion with confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist Practice Services with capturing and editing experience data for lawyers and clients.
• Collaborate with lawyers and staff to support experience-related projects.
• Use technology to code and organize the Firm’s experience data and prepare materials for review.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential matters

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jones Day is a global law firm with 40 offices in major centers of business and finance throughout the world. Covering 19 countries on five continents, our unique governance system fosters an unparalleled level of integration and contributes to our ranking as one of the best in the world in client service.

Jones Day seeks to employ the most qualified people, capable of delivering superior client service through professional excellence and teamwork, for every position in the Firm. We offer competitive compensation and benefits in a stimulating work environment.

Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Practice Administrative Assistant assists the Practice Services Department with capturing, editing and making readily available individual lawyer and Firm client experience. The Assistant works cooperatively with members of the Practice Services Department, other staff colleagues, and lawyers throughout the Firm to facilitate experience related projects and objectives. The Assistant uses technology to capture, edit and code the Firm’s experience including data entry, project management, communication with lawyers and experience team colleagues, research, proofreading materials for accuracy and completeness.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to perform research using both external and internal Firm databases.
• Strong organizational, time management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in PC and Office applications.
• At least one year of experience in a professional environment preferred.
• Ability to maintain discretion pertaining to confidential and/or sensitive matters involving client work.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Jones Day offers competitive salaries and benefits to all employees. Compensation is determined upon the market in which the position is located, the responsibilities of the position, the experience and skills of the applicant, and other job-related factors. The starting salary range for this Washington, D.C. position is $65,000 to $80,000.

Jones Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer