We are looking for a hard working master multi-tasker with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude for a busy law firm dealing with collections. Candidates should be able to assist the legal team by handling office tasks, providing polite and professional assistance via phone, mail, and e-mail, and generally being a helpful and positive presence in the workplace. To be successful as an administrative assistant, candidates should be professional, polite, organized and attentive while also being accurate. Must be very comfortable with computers, excellent typing and 10-key ability, transferring calls on a multi-line system, and other general office tasks. This is a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment. The perfect candidate will perform well under pressure and meet performance requirements.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Taking calls/interacting in person with debtors.
- Scheduling hearings.
- Using computers to generate legal documents, updating accounts, and taking payments.
- Managing attorney calendars. Scheduling and vacating hearings.
- Electronically filing documents with the court's filing system.
- Manage follow up reports which includes contacting the courts and sheriff's offices.
- Managing incoming mail.
Requirements:
- Office experience preferred; legal experience not required.
- Ability to work well and maintain calm under pressure while preventing conflicts.
- Communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary, working efficiently individually or with a team.
- Must be able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Impeccably follow directions.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Maintaining a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards debtors at all times.
- Maintain polite and professional communication via phone and e-mail.
- Accountability for work performance and performance reviews.
- A voluntary credit check may also be requested.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person