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Office Administrator-Law Office

Jackson, MS 39201

Posted: 03/11/2024 Industry: Legal Pay Rate: Negotiable

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Direct the recruiting and hiring of professional staff. 
  • Provide support to recruiting initiatives for attorneys.
  • Assist with the onboarding process for new attorneys and professionals.  
  • Coordinate training and professional development of staff.  
  • Organize and manage work assignments and coverage of support services.
  • Prepare expense and trust account checks; perform other light accounting functions as needed.  
  • Participate in the annual budgeting process; operate within expected financial guidelines and budgets.
  • Plan office special events, meetings, parties, and community service initiatives.  
  • Implement firm policies, procedures and standards.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, counseling, and disciplinary actions for professional staff within prescribed guidelines.  
  • Support facility maintenance activities.
  • Other special projects as requested.

Job Requirements

 SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment strongly preferred.  
  • Ability to work well under time constraints and pressures.  
  • Conflict resolution and problem solving skills.
  • Effective communication with a large and diverse group of individuals. 
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead effective and successful teams.  
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and video conferencing platforms.  
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or comparable field required.    

Meet Your Recruiter

Kelly Webb Collum
Professional Recruiter

Meet Kelly Collum, our seasoned Professional Recruiter at Staffers since January 2000. However, she has been in the industry over 32 years alongside our President, Beth Henry. Kelly thrives on making a meaningful impact on people's lives. When not matching talent with opportunity, Kelly enjoys Spinning and has been a Reformer Pilates instructor for 27 years. In her downtime, she cherishes moments with her husband, adult children, and adorable first granddaughter. Kelly's favorite escapes? The beach and tropical islands, where relaxation meets adventure. At Staffers, Kelly finds immense reward in helping individuals secure a better future—it's truly life-changing! 

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