Office Manager – (Hybrid Schedule)

US Job Description

Firm Information

Reed Smith is a global relationship law firm with more than 1,700 lawyers in 30 offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Founded in 1877, the firm represents leading international businesses, from Fortune 100 corporations to mid-market and emerging enterprises. Its lawyers provide litigation and other dispute resolution services in multi-jurisdictional and other high-stakes matters; deliver regulatory counsel; and execute the full range of strategic domestic and cross-border transactions. Reed Smith is a preeminent advisor to industries including financial services, life sciences, health care, advertising, entertainment and media, shipping and transport, energy and natural resources, real estate, manufacturing, technology, and education. For more information, visit reedsmith.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to manage and oversee daily operations of the Philadelphia office. This is an opportunity for an energetic professional dedicated to providing top-notch service as well as building and maintaining a diverse environment in which staff and lawyers can thrive. The position is a blend of direct personnel supervision, operations, human resources, administration, facilities, events, and hospitality and requires the ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands with little or no notice. Candidates who apply should demonstrate exeptional energy, commitment to service excellence and leadership in growing a team of diverse support staff professionals.
Essential Functions

Responsible for safe and efficient office management including office operations, implementationand adherence to Firmwide policies and initiatives, coordination of activities with otheradministrative managers and supervisors, and coordination with other support functions outsidethe market
Lead liaison with Office Managing Partner and Firmwide leadership/management team
Work with Global Security Team in establishing and implementing security protocols andprocedures for local facilities, equipment, and personnel
Manage office expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings
Examine office operations and activates with respect to best practices and makerecommendations or implement changes to enhance efficiencies and promote continuous improvement
Solve day-to-day problems which involves working in conjunction with other departments and personnel
Has shared responsibility for various administrative functions that impact the office (i.e., HumanResources, Docketing, Business Intake, Information Technology, Accounting, Marketing andKM/Library etc.)
Manage HR functions including interviewing and hiring professional and operations staff, conducting new hire orientation, handling, conducting annual performance reviews, and otherduties as needed; liaise and report in real-time to HRBP on employment performance issues.
Work with Marketing Department and Office Managing Partner to plan office events
Make recommendations and manage the office budget
Assist with real estate projects such as lease review and negotiations, sublease agreements, space allocation, office renovations/build-outs, office moves, and local matters related to the management /reduction of building operating costs
Leadership and management of office personnel, including executive assistants, to include daily performance management and the annual performance and compensation review process
Manage executive assistant teaming assignments to include routine workload allocation analysis, and updating teaming info in PeopleSoft
Lead the local incident response and business continuity team efforts
Update and implement local business continuity plan and maintain office information on the Firm’sintranet
Assist the local records function, as needed, in support of the Firmwide records management policy
Assist administrative departments with workflow issues, as necessary
Facilities management which includes establishing and maintaining relationships with localproperty management and the landlord
Handle local accounting related tasks to include invoice processing, expense, and check request approval, troubleshooting delinquent invoice payment issues and vendor management
Serve as office point of contact for search consultants and industry peers; maintain membership and actively participate in professional organizations such as ALA to keep updated on industry information
Projects and other duties as assigned

Job functions included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job functions at any time.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Experience: At least five years’ experience working in a supervisory/managerial role required. Previous law firm or professional services environment experience is strongly preferred. Basic understanding of state and local human resource rules, regulations, and requirements essential.

Skills: High emotional intelligence, proactive, problem-solver, strong written and verbal communication

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct personnel supervision, including operations, administration, facilities,events and hospitality.

Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Typical Physical Demands: Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment.

Typical Mental Demands: Able to work effectively in a fast paced environment. Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas. Communicate with various personalities at all levels.

Working Conditions: You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule.

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith’s success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran’s status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.

Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.

Qualified candidates only. No search firms.
Reed Smith LLP