Seattle Office Manager: Lead Operations & People

Tyson & Mendes LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Tech reimbursement

Parental leave

Vacation accrual

Diversity programs

Social events

Charitable giving program

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes LLP is seeking an experienced Office Manager to lead daily operations in our Seattle office. You will supervise administrative staff, coordinate office logistics, and ensure a professional workplace supporting a team of litigators in a fast-paced civil defense firm.

The role emphasizes leadership, confidentiality, and collaboration with the Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Partners, while driving process improvements and staff development for long-term success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership/management experience.
• Prior law firm experience as a legal assistant or paralegal is preferred.
• Must be able to work in the Seattle office 5 days a week.
• Reliable and discreet handling of confidential information.
• Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Managing Partner.
• Oversees Seattle-based support staff and productivity.
• Helps implement policies and hire/onboard Seattle staff.
• Coordinates office logistics and events for the Seattle office.
• Manages training for support staff and HR-related issues in Seattle.

Skills

Leadership

Management

HR experience

Legal support knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Discretion

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Tyson & Mendes LLP is seeking an experienced Office Manager to lead daily operations in our Seattle office. You will supervise administrative staff, coordinate office logistics, and ensure a professional workplace supporting a team of litigators in a fast-paced civil defense firm.

The role emphasizes leadership, confidentiality, and collaboration with the Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Partners, while driving process improvements and staff development for long-term success.