Description Walnut Creek, CA based Law Firm has an urgent need for a dynamic and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of professional work experience as an administrative assistant, with proficiency in managing phones, calendaring, and Outlook. The administrative assistant will gain valuable experience supporting legal professionals and contributing to the success of a dynamic law firm. This is a open-ended contract/temporary need, candidates must be able to work on site in Walnut Creek, CA.Key Responsibilities:
Efficiently manage incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate parties and providing professional assistance.
Proficiently handle calendar management, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings for attorneys and legal teams.
Utilize advanced Outlook skills for email communication, scheduling, and various administrative tasks.
Calendar court deadlines in the firmwide calendar and provide timely reminders to ensure compliance.
Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year of professional work experience as an administrative assistant.
Experience or strong interest in the legal industry.
Proven experience in managing incoming calls in a professional setting.
Demonstrated proficiency in calendar management, preferably in a legal or similar professional environment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and other relevant office software.
Ability to report onsite in Walnut Creek, CA 5 days a week
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