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LDM is seeking a seasoned legal administrative assistant to join our litigation group in our West Des Moines location.
LDM’s extensive experience enables the Firm to offer expertise in 25 different practice areas, allowing the Firm to remain committed to quality representation, accessibility, and relentless hard work on behalf of clients.
About the Position/Key Responsibilities:
Qualified candidates will have at least three years of legal secretarial experience working in litigation. Other requirements include:
- Strong attention to detail
- excellent communication
- advanced computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft office products.
Ideal Candidate Profile & Background:
This candidate should be a self-starter with practical and technical experience, looking to enjoy the support and reputation of a respected Firm.
General Benefit Information:
- Competitive Compensation
- Health & Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
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Why Choose Us?
We are dedicated to our clients and the work we do, ensuring quality, integrity, and excellence. In all reality, that means sometimes we put in more hours than planned, but you’re never alone. When you are part of the LDM team, you are part of a team that enjoys competing and understands that an important part of success involves providing you with the support to develop your skills and provides you with the resources to achieve our goals.
We will work with you to ensure you carve out time to take care of yourself, have fun and build strong relationships with your fellow LDM team. From celebratory activities to volunteering in our community – there are various opportunities to explore outside interests and clear your mind from the daily grind.
At Lamson Dugan & Murray we believe in a strong culture. Whether you’re an attorney or staff, we recognize that it takes everyone to make the wheels go around. Here, you’re not just a number, you’re family.
The Office Administrator is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the West Des Moines office and helping ensure that administrative, facilities, staffing, and office support functions are handled efficiently and professionally. This position serves as a key point of contact for attorneys, staff, clients, vendors, and visitors and assists with office coordination, human resources support, employee onboarding and offboarding, staff issue oversight, meeting and event preparation, and general office administration.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate day-to-day administrative functions for the office, including supplies, equipment, correspondence, vendor coordination, and general office support and organization.
- Greet and assist visitors, clients, vendors, and other guests and help ensure a professional and welcoming office environment.
- Serve as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries and route questions or issues to the appropriate person or department.
- Coordinate client meetings, office meetings, conference room preparation, catering, scheduling needs, and related meeting logistics.
- Assist with office events, employee functions, and other firm-sponsored activities as needed.
- Coordinate facility-related needs, including maintenance requests, repairs, office set-ups, cleaning concerns, and communication with building management or vendors.
- Assist with technology and office resource coordination, including workstation set-up, equipment needs, IT requests, virtual meeting set-up, and basic troubleshooting support.
- Provide support to Legal Administrative Assistants as needed, including serving as backup during absences or periods of increased workload.
- Assist with recruiting and applicant coordination, including scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and preparing related materials.
- Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, including orientation support, workspace preparation, access coordination, documentation, and related communication.
- Assist with human resources administrative functions, including maintaining appropriate documentation and handling confidential information professionally.
- Oversee and address staff issues as directed, including communicating concerns, assisting with follow-up, documenting matters when appropriate, and escalating issues to the Executive Director.
- Communicate regularly with the Executive Director regarding office operations, staffing concerns, facility needs, workflow issues, and other matters affecting the office.
- Maintain shared office spaces, conference rooms, and common areas in a clean, organized, and professional manner.
- Serve as runner when needed and perform other office-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional, dependable, and customer-service focused.
- Ability to work effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, vendors, and individuals at all levels of the firm.
- Ability to exercise good judgment, maintainconfidentiality, and handle sensitive staff and office matters appropriately.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on tasks.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and respond to changing priorities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to identify needs, coordinate resources, and communicate issues promptly.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior experience as an Office Coordinator, Legal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Office Administrator, or similar administrative role preferred.
- Additional education, training, or experience in office administration, human resources, or a related field is a plus.
- Experience working in a professional services or legal office environment is preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while using a keyboard.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to move throughout the office to assist with meetings, visitors, office set-ups, supplies, and other office needs.
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