New York Office Operations & People Lead

Chapman and Cutler LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman and Cutler LLP is seeking an Office Manager for the New York office. The role combines day-to-day administrative duties with facilities and office services, supporting attorneys and staff.

The position requires an in-office presence with some flexible remote work and occasional after-hours events. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree with at least five years in a professional setting, and demonstrated skills in supervision, project management, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; five years in a professional setting, preferably in a law firm or professional services.
• Excellent typing, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Strong project management, organization, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work on-site with some remote work and outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise administrative and support staff, set priorities, manage workloads and timesheets.
• Provide staff training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain office calendars, schedule meetings, and prep spaces for visitors.
• Coordinate meetings with Office Leaders and staff; liaise with HR and Finance on workflows.
• Oversee vendor relationships, supply management, and budget monitoring for the NY office.
• Support attorney travel, client events, and business development activities.
• Ensure security protocols and confidentiality of attorney-client information.
• Handle invoices and office-related payments with firm administration.

Skills

Typing 65+ wpm

Project management

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

People management

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Information security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chapman and Cutler LLP is seeking an Office Manager for the New York office. The role combines day-to-day administrative duties with facilities and office services, supporting attorneys and staff.

The position requires an in-office presence with some flexible remote work and occasional after-hours events. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree with at least five years in a professional setting, and demonstrated skills in supervision, project management, and MS Office.