Hybrid Legal & Financial Administrator

NACBA; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legal & Financial Assistant role at Harvard University’s Office of the General Counsel provides essential administrative support to seven attorneys. You will manage calendars, travel, invoices, and legal files with discretion, while coordinating meetings and maintaining financial records.

The position starts in a hybrid mode with on-campus and remote work, with a transition to full on-campus work in Cambridge if required by the department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in administrative support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Preference for legal or Harvard financial systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support for seven OGC attorneys.
• Manage complex calendars, travel, expense reports, and electronic/paper files.
• Coordinate meetings, room bookings, and equipment.
• Assist with billing, invoices, and reporting on spending.
• Maintain discretion with confidential information.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Harvard financial systems

Notary public

Job description

The Legal & Financial Assistant role at Harvard University’s Office of the General Counsel provides essential administrative support to seven attorneys. You will manage calendars, travel, invoices, and legal files with discretion, while coordinating meetings and maintaining financial records.

The position starts in a hybrid mode with on-campus and remote work, with a transition to full on-campus work in Cambridge if required by the department.