Legal Administrative Assistant

LHH; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Personal days

Sick time

Employee referral program

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

LHH in Waukesha, WI is seeking an Entry-Level Administrative Assistant to join a law firm team. This on-site, full-time role supports multiple departments and helps with general administrative tasks in a fast-paced professional environment.

The position involves document management, event support, filing, and basic drafting. Strong communication and organization are essential; the role offers comprehensive benefits and a stable team setting.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education preferred.
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and time-management abilities.
• Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Basic database management experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with firm-wide administrative and operational projects.
• Provide support on basic projects for legal support staff.
• Assist with marketing events and special projects.
• Support accounting with administrative tasks as needed.
• Manage client records, including opening, maintaining, and closing files.
• Perform scanning, copying, and document management projects.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files.
• Assist with drafting, proofreading, and document preparation.
• Coordinate mailing and distribution projects.
• Serve as backup receptionist when needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time-management

Creative problem-solving

Prioritization

Team-oriented

Basic database management

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Postsecondary education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Administrative Assistant (Entry-Level)
Waukesha, WI | On-Site | Full-Time

LHH is seeking an Entry-Level Administrative Assistant to join a law firm team in Waukesha, WI. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment, supporting various departments, and contributing to the overall success of a collaborative team.

What You'll Do

• Assist with firm-wide administrative and operational projects

• Provide support on basic projects for legal support staff

• Assist with marketing events and special projects

• Support accounting with administrative tasks as needed

• Manage client records, including opening, maintaining, and closing files

• Perform scanning, copying, and document management projects

• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files

• Assist with drafting, proofreading, and document preparation

• Coordinate mailing and distribution projects

• Serve as backup receptionist when needed

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education preferred

• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills

• Excellent organization and time-management abilities

• Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities

• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic

• Basic database management experience preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Schedule

• Monday through Friday

• 40 hours per week

• Fully on-site position

Compensation & Benefits

• $55,000 - $60,000

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

• Paid holidays, personal days, and sick time

• Employee referral program

• Retirement plan with generous employer contribution

• Additional employee perks and team events

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.