Attorney Development Assistant

We invite you to review our current professional staff openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.
 

About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world by relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity to deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues.  By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Attorney Development Assistant to join our Firm.  This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office (hybrid). The Attorney Development Assistant provides administrative and secretarial support to the Attorney Development department.

• Provides administrative support including, but not limited to, telephone and receptionist services, logistical arrangements for meetings, maintaining calendars, and distribution of department mail. Prepares correspondence, documents, reports and spreadsheets.
• Maintains department files, central index of attorney personnel files, records, and calendars.
• Processes invoices, check requests, and expense reports by confirming the accuracy of the reports and ensuring that supporting documentation is attached prior to forwarding the documents for signature.
• Coordinates conference rooms including logistics for food and room set-up.
• Assists with the arrival and transfer process for all attorneys, including orientation schedules, providing office tours, and processing moving expenses.
• Assists with the departure process for attorneys, including coordinating with other departments as needed.
• Assists with attorney parental leave procedures and other leave procedures as needed.
• Assists with logistics for attorney training programs, including invitations, tracking RSVPs and follow up efforts, creating and distributing sign-in sheets and materials, creating name badges, and coordinating with Conference Services as needed.
• Assists with attorney bar admission process, annual bar renewals, and related reporting.
• Assists with preparation and maintenance of continuing legal education (CLE) applications and files.
• Assists with the administrative process for attorney evaluations.
• Assists with attorney engagement, integration, and retention efforts.
• Assists with tracking and monitoring of confidential legal personnel information.
• Assists with coordinating office moves.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates close attention to detail.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

Experience/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of administrative or secretarial experience in a professional services environment.

Culture & Life at Skadden
What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion, equity and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and professional staff.

Benefits

The overall well-being of our team is important to us.  We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life. 

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

For further details, please visit:  https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disability/Vet/other protected categories). For more information, please visit Skadden.com/careers.

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details.  Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Salary Details

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.
 

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Winnie Feng at (212) 735-3037.

Skadden EEO and Affirmative Action Policy

Skadden EEO and Affirmative Action Policy

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