Strategic Legal & Standards Admin

CFP Board; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CFP Board in Washington, DC, is seeking an Administrator to the General Counsel to perform a range of day-to-day administrative and programmatic tasks and to provide support to the Professional Standards and Legal team.

The position requires strong calendar management, meticulous document handling, travel coordination, and the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders. A hybrid schedule in the DC office is offered with competitive base pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years administrative or program support, or commensurate educational experience.
• Excellent calendar management skills, including the coordination of complex meetings.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• High level of professionalism, creativity and ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as CFP® certificants, volunteers and vendors.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and follow through on issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to make sound decisions and strong critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with confidential/sensitive matters in a discrete and professional manner.
• Ability to adapt quickly and readily to change.
• Ability to work and collaborate as a part of a motivated, driven team.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the General Counsel and staff, including preparing for meetings and conferences.
• Reviews, proofreads and edits documents for signature, and composes letters and memoranda.
• Manages the General Counsel’s calendar and coordinates meetings, conferences, and calls.
• Makes travel arrangements and prepares detailed itineraries.
• Supports the Director of Adjudication with disciplinary administration tasks, including coordinating with volunteers and handling hearing materials.
• Prepares and transmits written materials and press releases as needed.
• Prepares briefing materials and coordinates meeting logistics for Councils, Commissions, and Working Groups.
• Assists with volunteer development, retention, and background checks; maintains SOPs and position references.
• Prepares expense reports and departmental billing; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Calendar management

MS Office

Professionalism

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential matters

Teamwork

Education

4+ years administrative or program support experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CFP Board in Washington, DC, is seeking an Administrator to the General Counsel to perform a range of day-to-day administrative and programmatic tasks and to provide support to the Professional Standards and Legal team.

The position requires strong calendar management, meticulous document handling, travel coordination, and the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders. A hybrid schedule in the DC office is offered with competitive base pay and benefits.