Administrative Support Manager
The Administrative Support Manager at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is a pivotal role within the firm's administrative team, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Paralegal and Secretarial Departments. This position requires a dynamic leader who can effectively manage staff, coordinate workflows, and ensure the seamless integration of support services to meet the firm's operational needs.
Key responsibilities include assessing, assigning, managing, training, evaluating, and scheduling staff within the Paralegal and Secretarial Departments. The manager coordinates and oversees daily operations, assignments, and workflow within these departments, consulting with attorneys to devise departmental assessment plans that ensure proper daily and long-term workflow and assignments of attorney/secretarial teams. Additionally, the role involves monitoring individual and department utilization and productivity, collaborating with various department managers to integrate the overall operational impact of relevant departments, and providing leadership and professional development guidance to staff.
Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant administrative management experience in a law firm or professional services field, along with at least 10 years of leadership experience in a professional services environment. A bachelor's degree is required. The ideal candidate will have current knowledge of law firm administration and departmental trends, a working knowledge of litigation matters and corporate transactions with litigation support/legal technology experience, and strong technological skills, including proficiency in MS Word, advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and project management and database applications. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, along with excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills, are essential.
While specific compensation details for this position are not provided, Skadden offers competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses. Comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental, vision), a savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits. Generous paid time off and paid leave options, including parental leave, are also available. The firm provides in-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities, as well as robust well-being classes and programs.
Skadden fosters a culture of professionalism and excellence, emphasizing teamwork and collegiality. The firm is committed to providing challenging careers with opportunities for development and growth, supporting the well-being of its attorneys and business services professionals. This role offers the chance to be part of a prestigious law firm known for handling complex transactions, litigation, and regulatory matters, providing a dynamic and collaborative work environment.