Global Legal Operations Coordinator

Goodwin Procter Boston; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Emergency child care

Emergency elder care

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee recognition

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Goodwin Procter Boston is seeking a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to support attorneys, paralegals and business leaders in a fast‑paced, collaborative Gen‑Ops environment. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare documents and assist with time entry and billing.

A strong emphasis on organization, confidentiality and client‑centric service drives this role. The GO Team values initiative, professional growth, and cross‑functional collaboration, offering a dynamic career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to handle confidential information.
• Committed to continuous learning and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: manage calendars, meetings, travel arrangements for attorneys and leaders.
• Document prep, proofreading and file management in the firm’s systems.
• Time entry and basic billing support; assist with prebills and deadlines.
• Backup support for other secretaries during peak periods.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Continuous learning

Proactiveness

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

College degree (preferred)

Tools

DocuSign

Job description

Goodwin Procter Boston is seeking a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to support attorneys, paralegals and business leaders in a fast‑paced, collaborative Gen‑Ops environment. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare documents and assist with time entry and billing.

A strong emphasis on organization, confidentiality and client‑centric service drives this role. The GO Team values initiative, professional growth, and cross‑functional collaboration, offering a dynamic career