LeBlanc & Young, a small Portland estate planning & probate law firm, is seeking an Administrative Assistant.

The potential for growth and long-term employment is high, and if you have been seeking to work in a collegial atmosphere where you can help people and their families, please apply to work with us.

Position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Pay commensurate with experience, along with competitive benefits package including paid vacation, health insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), parking and profit sharing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

·         Provide administrative support to, and work closely with, attorneys, accountant, and staff.

·         Process new client intake and gather appropriate information.

·         Organize client meetings; plan and schedule appointments; maintain attorney and office calendars.

·         Maintain and organize electronic filing systems and physical files.

·         Reception desk coverage including greeting clients, answering and directing phone calls and coordinating deliveries.

·         Assist with generating client invoices by entering daily time and organizing and disseminating invoices.

·         Maintain client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential.

Qualifications:

·         At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant, legal secretary, or other administrative experience in a professional office environment.

·         Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, tact, diplomacy, and a positive can-do attitude.

·         Ability to listen, adapt and follow direction.

·         Proficiency in Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite; must be comfortable learning other software programs as needed.

·        Display a high level of professionalism and warm demeanor and have the ability to interact positively and sensitively with clients and staff from varying backgrounds and personal circumstances.

·         Knowledge of standard office practices.

·         Proficiency with the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

·         Strong writing skills and reading comprehension.

·         Ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, copy/fax machines, multi-line telephones, printers, etc.

Applicants may submit their resumes to Laurie Aberizk at [email protected]