Administrative Practice Coordinator

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates in Houston is seeking an Administrative Practice Coordinator for a hybrid work arrangement. The role supports partners and clients through calendar management, travel arrangements, billing coordination, and document control.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, at least two years of law-firm experience, and a Texas Notary license (or ability to obtain within six months). Strong client service and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Notary Public licensed in Texas or ability to obtain within six months of joining.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Excel (PivotTables, Filters, Conditional Formatting) and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex administrative tasks under tight deadlines, including travel coordination and calendar management.
• Manages time records, expense reports, and vendor invoices; assists with billing processes.
• Supports client billing and document management; maintains high-volume calendars and partner inboxes.
• Drafts and compiles weekly matter reports and distributes new matter and client information to teams.
• Coordinates business development materials and sponsorships; tracks meetings and activities.

Skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Discretion

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Notary Public (TX)

Tools

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.

About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Administrative Practice Coordinator to join our Firm. This position is based in our Houston office and is considered a hybrid role.

Administrative Tasks

• Performs various complex assignments under time-sensitive deadlines, such as coordinating travel (including visa and passport materials) and managing calendaring and scheduling requests.
• Enters attorneys' time records, submits expense reports and assists with processing and payment of vendor invoices.
• Collaborates with Partners and Client Accounting to ensure up-to-date and accurate client billing.
• Supports document management and records retention for administrative files, and performs printing, scanning, duplicating, and quality control tasks as needed.
• Manages high-volume, multi-matter calendaring for practice group partners, including monitoring for call conflicts, blocking travel time, and updating calendars with partner bios, drafted talking points, and conference agendas.
• Maintains and monitors a high-volume partner inbox (if permission is granted), flagging unread, unaddressed, and time-sensitive items, re-surfacing emails requiring attention, and compiling end-of-day open-items lists for partner review.
• Drafts and compiles weekly new matter reports with case/matter descriptions and assigned attorney and paralegal teams and circulates newly opened suspense numbers and client/matter numbers to assigned case teams.
• Flags and routes client billing communications to the billing team, including emails regarding client claim numbers, budget requests, status reports, alternative fee arrangement (AFA) discussions, invoice breakdown requests, incoming new matters, conflicts assessments, and reduced invoices.
• Assists with partner personal work when required.

Business Intake and Business Development & Marketing

• Prepares engagement letters and new matter memos for new clients and matters and assists with the new-business conflicts process.
• Prepares materials for presentations, pitches and conferences, working closely with relevant partners and the Business Development & Marketing (BDM) department.
• Supports Business Development efforts by entering activities, maintaining contact records, and assembling targeted mailing lists in InterAction.
• Proactively tracks and reports Business Development meetings and activities to the BDM team.
• Assists with Business Development Sponsorships and Charitable Donation Requests, ensuring the proper approval process is followed.
• Collaborates with the People Strategy team to draft and distribute key information to the practice group, coordinate monthly practice group meetings, and facilitate group training.
• Monitors docket and calendar notices from Managing Law Clerks and highlights matters of interest for the practice group.
• Coordinates sponsorship forms and conference participation for upcoming industry events on behalf of practice group partners.

Client Relations

• Coordinates with Conference Services for internal and client meeting requests, including but not limited to audio-visual, catering services and external vendors.
• Receives and interacts with incoming clients and visitors.

Other Responsibilities

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understands Firm operations, policies and procedures.
• Maintains a reliable physical presence in the office four days a week to perform administrative functions and support services, maintaining physical files, and client services.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with complex litigation practice environment or environment requiring similar skillset
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Demonstrates high-level of professionalism
• Ability to read, interpret, convey and follow instructions
• Ability to synthesize information in order to prioritize and organize tasks
• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel (including, but not limited to, PivotTables, Filters, Conditional Formatting) and PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing and maintains a calm and professional demeanor
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with shifting responsibilities and deadlines
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of two years of related experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Must be a Notary Public licensed in Texas or able to obtain a commission within six months of joining the Firm

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Salary Details

$75,000 - $90,000

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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