Executive Assistant

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for an Executive Assistant in the Los Angeles office.

In this role you will work as part of the firm's national support team to meet the needs of attorneys and business professionals. You will perform administrative tasks and coordinate with or delegate to other firm support resources (Document Services, Travel, etc.), continually looking for ways to increase efficiency. You will focus on tasks that maximize impact for the firm and its clients and may serve as a contact for one or more specific lawyers, maintaining relevant skills for their practice areas.

The ideal candidate will be both an individual contributor and team player who actively engages with and mentors junior team members while upholding Orrick's client service standards and core values.

• Coordinate administrative tasks for attorneys and team leads, reducing partner administrative burdens.
• Serve as a resource for organizational knowledge and encourage delegation of non-billable tasks.
• Build strong internal and external relationships and adapt quickly to new technologies.
• Provide office coverage as needed and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

Practice Support:

• Manage attorney requests, delegate tasks, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate travel and meetings, leveraging firm tools and guidelines.
• Produce and format legal documents, collaborating with relevant departments.

Billing and Expenses:

• Oversee expense reports and time entry, ensuring accurate billing.
• Assist with invoice follow-up and utilize technology for billing processes.

Continuous Improvement:

• Participate in firm initiatives and projects, suggesting process improvements.
• Engage in team meetings and training to enhance skills and promote innovation.

• High school diploma required; some college preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a law firm environment.
• Strong legal terminology knowledge and excellent computer skills.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proactive, accountable, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Certified Notary preferred.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more about our awesome employee experience here: Fortune 100 Great Place To Work certified company.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $85,000.00 and $99,000.00.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through our PTO program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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