Administrative Project Coordinator

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other.

Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Administrative Project Coordinator to join our Firm. Within this position, you will be responsible for concierge-style, high-level assistance to attorneys, which includes handling administrative tasks, travel arrangements, document management, business development, and other complex tasks and projects. This position will be based in our New York office and has a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule.

As the Administrative Project Coordinator you will:

• Perform assignments that are varied and complex in nature, often while under time critical deadlines.
• Coordinate complex travel requests including, but not limited to, the procurement of visa-related materials and passport renewal applications.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware being used by attorneys, in consultation with technology staff.
• Assist with document management and records retention for administrative files.
• Develop project strategies to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
• Consult with the Firm's support departments and internal staff at all levels, verifying the accuracy of completed work.
• Acquire and deploy an understanding of all practice areas of the Firm along with knowledge of practice-specific tasks.
• Coordinate with other Firm offices, both domestic and international, as required.
• Assist with Department initiatives and special projects.
• Assure that all completed projects adhere to accepted professional standards.
• Assist with preparing materials for presentations and conferences.
• Enter attorneys' time records and submit attorneys' expense reports.
• Assist with attorneys' calendaring and scheduling requests.
• Assist with attorneys' administrative requests.
• Perform responsibilities of other support services when needed, including printing, scanning, duplicating, quality control, faxing, and hand-delivering packages.
• Organize and facilitate conference and video calls.
• Answer, screen, place phone calls, and take detailed messages.
• Monitor, assign, and complete job requests received through the Supplemental Work Assistance Team service.
• Assist with processing and payment of vendor invoices.
• Open, read, and route mail, as directed.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manage Firm resources responsibly.
• Comply with and understand Firm operations, policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.
• Prepare engagement letters and new matter memos for new clients and matters.
• Assist with new-business conflicts process.
• Assist in promoting business development, entering contacts, and business activities in Inter Action and coordinating with Marketing department, as required.
• Coordinate with Conference Services for internal and client meeting requests, including but not limited to audio-visual, catering services, and external vendors.
• Coordinate client-related business meals and maintains up-to-date knowledge of Firm- and attorney-preferred restaurants.
• Receive and interact with incoming clients and visitors.

Qualifications:

• Ability to provide upper-margin customer service
• Ability to synthesize information so as to prioritize and organize tasks
• High proficiency with relevant Firm computer software programs such as Outlook, Excel (including, but not limited to, Pivot Tables, Filters, Conditional Formatting) and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• High level of professionalism
• Flexibility and willingness to perform a wide range of tasks extending beyond routine expectations
• Initiative and confidence to assume a high level of responsibility in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle confidential/sensitive matters
• Ability to read, interpret, convey and follow instructions
• Excellent attention to detail; is neat and accurate
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a calm and professional demeanor
• Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively, within a team
• Ability to handle multiple projects, assignments and shifting responsibilities and deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Strong organizational skills
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
• Flexibility to travel as…