Administrative Assistant

After opening its doors in Denver in 1968, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck has since expanded around the country, with 13 offices, with 700 employees and 300 attorneys and policy professionals nationwide. And with over 55 years in the industry, we’re committed to creating strong relationships with not only our clients, but with each other and our communities. Are you looking for camaraderie, collaboration and a challenge? Are you looking for an environment committed to creating strong relationships and a building a collaborative culture? If so, we want you at Brownstein.

At Brownstein, clients get access to the top legal minds in the industry, powerful policy knowledge, and best-in-class business acumen to solve businesses’ toughest challenges. Brownstein is a law and lobbying firm that has been making moves for more than 50 years to stay at the vanguard of its industry. You’ll find this firm at the heart of many of the most important cases, the most significant deals, and the country’s most pivotal legislation. Brownstein—we’re all in. For more information, visit us at bhfs.com.

We have an immediate need for an Administrative Assistant to join our Washington, D.C. office. The position offers a range of responsibilities and challenges that will utilize your strong administrative and organizational skills. The position responsibilities will include the organization, coordination and handling of all administrative tasks for lobbyists.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively prioritize commitments and manage calendar; including coordination with administrative colleagues to schedule meetings, calls, events, and other activities
• Deliver seamless engagement experiences by managing meeting logistics, including preparation, distribution, and/or printing of materials, maintenance of calendar invites and RSVPs, greeting guests, and preparing technology (video conferencing, collaboration tools, etc.) in advance
• Plan for and execute travel arrangements, including international and domestic itineraries, bookings, and briefing materials preparation
• Handle client interaction and provide telephone and email assistance
• Prepare principles for a variety of internal and external meetings, by gathering, compiling, and reviewing briefing and logistical materials
• Operate as an extension or delegate of the executive by assisting with requests and inquiries to firm leadership
• Manage principles contacts with discretion, including tracking, maintaining updated records, and fostering relationships with internal and external clients
• Provide general support as required

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience working within an administrative assistant role is required
• Hill, DOJ, Executive branch, law firm and/or professional services experience highly preferred
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ensuring both routine and urgent tasks are completed successfully and in a thorough and timely manner
• Experience applying significant discretion to sensitive or confidential information; prior experience working and communicating with senior executives a plus
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to maintain open communication
• Ability to exercise strong judgment and decision-making skills under pressure; track record of independent problem solving and present a highly professional demeanor
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Detail-oriented, able to adjust to shifting priorities in a busy environment, and self-motivated, with the ability to work well independently

Compensation and Benefits: Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k match, profit sharing, and vacation/sick/personal time off, in addition this role pays overtime for hours worked above 40 per week. We are offering salary for this role ranging from $60,000 - $80,000.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck is an equal opportunity employer

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa, including student Visas with an OPT/CPT designation, at this time.