Who We Are:
Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.
Overview:
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to help assist our leadership team members in the IT Department and Office of General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities Include:

• Performs required administrative duties including typing, drafting routine letters and memos, drafting presentations, proofreading, answering telephones, initiating calls, opening mail, triaging, and filing emails and other documents, and coordinating meetings.
• Schedules internal and external meetings to accommodate all parties involved (e.g., in-person, Microsoft Teams, Zoom or teleconference). Schedules various meetings including Department Meetings, Privacy & Security Committee, Technology Committee, and other meetings as needed.
• Coordinates special department events.
• Submits expenses and vendor invoices electronically in Chrome River for timely payment. Updates the budget tracking spreadsheet with details.
• Assists with business travel including, but not limited to, conference registration, hotel and flight registrations and other related accommodations.
• Ensures department email distribution lists are maintained and up to date.
• Assists with tracking, coordinating, and managing department projects.
• Assists with tracking and reporting metrics on department operations, performance, etc.
• Consistently participates in software and other training to enhance skill set.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The ideal candidate will join an environment that is results driven and client oriented. Someone who has strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build relationships and the interest in becoming an integral part in IT and general counsel management will thrive in this position. Additional attributes include exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, managing multiple priorities, being self-motivated, having a can-do approach, and the desire to think creatively and get things done effectively and efficiently.
Candidates must have advanced technical skills in Microsoft Suite (including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint) and the willingness to learn new systems and applications.
Applying For This Position:
Applications will only be accepted online at www.fredlaw.com/careers, and applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. For assistance with the application process, or for accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com.
We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position at this time.
About Fredrikson:
Diversity and inclusion are core values of Fredrikson & Byron. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs by cultivating a diverse workforce. We offer highly competitive salaries, hybrid remote work environment and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. The firm’s 375 attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico, and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.
Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.