<p>About the Firm</p> <p>A rapidly growing, national law firm with approximately 15 attorneys is seeking an experienced Office Manager / Executive Legal Assistant to support its expanding healthcare innovation practice. The team is collaborative, supportive, and values a positive work culture.</p> <p>Position Overview</p> <p>This role blends office operations management with legal administrative support for attorneys. The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage a wide range of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.</p> <p>Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Office Management</p> <ul> <li>Oversee daily office operations, including supplies, vendor relationships, and facilities coordination </li><li>Manage scheduling, meetings, and internal communication across teams </li><li>Coordinate onboarding, training, and staff support </li><li>Maintain firm-wide calendars and ensure deadlines are tracked and met </li><li>Collaborate with IT, HR, and accounting to support overall firm operations </li></ul> <p>Executive Legal Assistant Support</p> <ul> <li>Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence </li><li>File legal documents with courts and administrative agencies </li><li>Maintain, organize, and update digital and physical case files </li><li>Assist attorneys with timekeeping, billing, and expense tracking </li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel </li><li>Conduct basic legal research and compile case-related information when needed </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>8+ years of law firm or legal department experience (required) </li><li>Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document standards </li><li>Proficiency with legal and office software (e.g., Clio, DMS, Microsoft Office Suite) </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Ability to manage confidential information with discretion </li><li>Strong multitasking skills and ability to meet deadlines </li><li>Prior experience overseeing office operations or administrative teams (preferred) </li></ul> <p>Preferred Skills</p> <ul> <li>Paralegal experience </li><li>Experience in healthcare law </li><li>Familiarity with legal billing and coding processes </li><li>Project coordination experience </li></ul> <p>Compensation & Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Salary range: $90K-$120K, depending on experience </li><li>Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) </li><li>Opportunities for professional development and advancement </li><li>Hybrid work schedule (approximately 3 days in-person in DC or Arlington) </li></ul> <p>From Tangerine Search:</p> <p>Tangerine Search is an equal opportunity agency that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.</p>