Legal Administrative Assistant at Discover Your Potential at Whitley Penn

JOB DETAILS:Title: Legal Administrative AssistantClassification: Full-time; ExemptDepartment: Litigation ServicesLocation: HoustonOffice Expectations/Hours: Hybrid position; general work schedule is Monday Friday 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pmHow We WorkWhitley Penn has become one of the regions most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn innovate and succeed by sharing knowledge embracing diversity and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than just a job.Job Functions & Expectations Assist in the planning and execution of FLVS department marketing and business development initiatives.Manage coordinate and schedule business development meetings and events and attend events when necessary with managers.Ensure supported managers are prepared with all materials and information for meeting and events.Maintain client information and case target databases.Prepare and follow up on client invoices and preparation of engagement letters.Assist with preparation of engagement letters and administrative activities for client projects.Assist with conflict checks.Send mailings and make photocopies and order meals as needed.How Will You Get HereMinimum of 5 years of prior office clerical experience.Minimum of 2 years of marketing experience for a professional services firm preferred.High school diploma required; some college preferred.Prior experience making travel arrangements is a plus.Ability to quickly gain a general understanding of the services the department provides and learn the time billing and engagement processes.Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments while performing a variety of administrative tasks with minimal supervision and exercising independent judgment.Ability to work overtime during critical periods such as report deadlines or special projects.Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office specifically Microsoft Word Excel and some PowerPoint.Must be detailed oriented and organized.Must be accurate competent conscientious efficient enthusiastic motivated organized pro-active responsible and committed.Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) within all levels of the organization.Professional appearance and demeanor.Why Should You ApplyFirm Paid Medical Insurance(Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance17 Annual Firm holidays with extended breaks around July 4th and year end20 days PTOPaid Maternity and Parental Leave401(k) with Profit SharingDiscretionary Bonus ProgramFirm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam FeesHealth & Wellness ProgramPet InsuranceWhitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to on age race creed gender color religion national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.#LI-DNP#LI-CB1 Key Skills Generator,Accomodation,Football,Advertising,Architectural Design Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1