Legal Practice Assistant Lead - Hybrid & Training

Buchanan Ingersoll-Rooney; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Wellness program

LinkedIn Learning access

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K Program

Retirement Savings Program

Job summary

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is seeking an experienced Practice Assistant Supervisor in Pittsburgh. You will oversee the Practice Assistant staff, drive workflow efficiency, and support staff development across the firm in a hybrid work setting.

Excellent written and verbal communication, HR knowledge, and strong project management are required. The role emphasizes staff mentorship, recruitment support, and performance evaluations with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Seven (7+) years of experience in a legal support role working directly with attorneys.
• Two (2+) years of supervisory experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and oversee Practice Assistant staff to promote growth, success, and high performance.
• Collaborate with Administrative Section Coordinators to manage workflows and ensure timely, accurate tasks.
• Oversee task assignment in the Practice Support Center and ensure quality continuity across the firm.
• Serve as a training lead for Practice Assistants and monitor productivity metrics.

Skills

Staff supervision

Legal operations

Workflow management

Training & mentoring

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is seeking an experienced Practice Assistant Supervisor in Pittsburgh. You will oversee the Practice Assistant staff, drive workflow efficiency, and support staff development across the firm in a hybrid work setting.

Excellent written and verbal communication, HR knowledge, and strong project management are required. The role emphasizes staff mentorship, recruitment support, and performance evaluations with senior leadership.