The Administrative Manager will supervise a group of legal support staff as well as provide support for office operations in the Atlanta Office. The position provides leadership to personnel supporting the attorneys of the Firm. The primary purpose is to ensure all attorneys have the necessary assistance and suitable physical work environment for the practice of law. The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:
- Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive
- Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented
- Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)
- Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes
- Adept and Creative Problem Solver
Essential Job Functions:
- Supervise legal assistants, receptionist, office supervisor/coordinator, and interns.
- Monitor and coordinate legal assistant/attorney staffing ratios and workflow.
- Manage timekeeping of direct reports by reviewing and approving weekly timecards, PTO requests, monitoring and managing hours, breaks and overtime requests.
- Assess staff performance, provide coaching/guidance and address performance issues when needed, conduct annual performance reviews of direct reports in collaboration with Regional Administrative Manager.
- Understand and able to perform basic employee relations.
- Collaborate with Regional Administrative Manager to recruit, interview and hire legal support staff: review/vet resumes, conduct and coordinate interviews, and obtain final approval for hiring.
- Employee onboarding duties (determine office seating, ensure office services and IT have set up office/workstation and created required User accounts) and offboarding duties.
- Collaborate with Regional Administrative Manager on the development and implementation of training for assigned staff.
- Ensure the Atlanta office is functional, safe, and adequately stocked with necessary supplies.
- Interact with property managers and manage vendors in support of office operations.
- Plan, schedule and promote office events (e.g. monthly breakfasts, happy hours, holiday parties, staff meetings, partnership meetings).
Education, Experience, and Skills:
- High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a management/supervisory role in a professional service setting.
- Ability to work independently with little to no supervision and perform in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
- Determination and desire to drive continuous improvement of operations.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
- Ability to work with sensitive information while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills for optimal workflow and efficiency.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and work demands.
- Pro-active, follows through with minimum direction, and displays initiative.
- Exhibits a positive attitude and has confidence.
EEO Statement
Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
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