Job Description

We are seeking dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for a Department Assistant in our Houston office.

The Department Assistant performs administrative duties in support of their department.

In this capacity, the Department Assistant will:

• Support a team of attorneys and administrative professionals with daily tasks;
• Liaise with internal resources to complete projects and tasks;
• Provide administrative support that may include time entry, expense reimbursements, presentations, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements;
• Maintain electronic and hard copy files, arrange document reproduction, scan and save documents into document management system;
• Perform data entry in various databases and applications; proofread and edit entries as appropriate;
• Work overtime as required; and
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

• Advanced proficiency in rules of English grammar, spelling and punctuation;
• Fundamental proficiency in MS Word, and document editing/comparison applications;
• Fundamental proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications;
• Fundamental proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
• Fundamental proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications; and
• Fundamental proficiency in the operation of office equipment, such as copiers, scanners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (required); Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree (preferred);
• At least 1 year of administrative support experience (preferred); and
• At least 1 year of experience in a professional services or legal environment (preferred).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Additional Information

Compensation: DOE

Eligible employees can participate in comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Voluntary 401k Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO program
• Family Support including Pediatric Mental Health and Parental Support, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, and Breast Milk Shipping
• Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellness Programs (Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health, and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation Allowance and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Auto/Home/Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee discounts
• And more!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.