Temporary Legal Executive Assistant (Hybrid) - Urgent

Hybrid Legal Executive Assistant - High Net Worth Trusts and Estates

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Hybrid Temp Legal Executive Assistant to work with our client in downtown Chicago, IL.

As a Legal Executive Assistant specializing in High Net Worth Trusts and Estates, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to a dynamic team of attorneys. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What our client needs you to do:

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to attorneys specializing in High Net Worth Trusts and Estates.

• Manage calendars, schedule conference calls, coordinate meeting rooms, and handle travel arrangements.

• Interface with clients and ensure seamless client registration with security protocols.

• Draft and proofread various legal documents, including letters, memos, wills, engagement letters, and initiate new client matters in CRM systems.

• Uphold strict confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

• Proficiently utilize iManage document management system for document scanning, saving, labeling, and retrieval.

• Process expense reimbursements promptly and accurately.

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

What you must have:

• Minimum of 5 years of legal secretarial experience (or equivalent).

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with high-net-worth clientele.

• Immediate availability, preferably within the next week or two, with no extensive time off planned for the next six months.

• Preferably experience in a law firm setting, particularly in Private Wealth or Trusts and Estates.

• Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

• Proficiency in expense reporting, event and meeting scheduling, and travel coordination.

• Familiarity with document conversion and legal research.

• Proactive problem-solving attitude with a positive demeanor.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Adobe, and other legal software (experience with iManage for document management and Chrome River for expense reimbursements is a plus).

The perks you’ll receive:

• Competitive pay rate ($28-$31/hour, based on experience).

• Hybrid work schedule (2-3 days in office, 2-3 days remote).

• 37.5-hour work week, with occasional overtime opportunities.

• Typical schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

• Convenient downtown Chicago office with modern amenities.

• Opportunity to collaborate with a reputable law firm.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended to include additional duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Pay Details: $28.00 to $31.00 per hour

Search managed by: AnaAlyse Bird

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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