Senior Manager, Legal Administration - Chevy Chase, MD (HYBRID)

GEICO is seeking an experienced Legal Administration Senior Manager to supervise daily administrative operations of the Legal Department across several offices, plan the most efficient administrative procedures, and help drive the associate experience. This role will lead a growing team of administrative professionals to complete a range of duties across the Legal Department.

A great administration manager has excellent communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will become well-versed in developing departmental procedures and policies and will be able to actively discover new ways to do the job more efficiently. The goal is to ensure all support activities are carried on efficiently and effectively to allow the Legal Department to function productively.

Essential Functions:

• Lead team of executive and administrative assistants, overseeing the flow of work within the administrative support team, ensuring that priorities are set, deadlines are met, and resources are efficiently utilized

• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and optimize administrative processes leading to overall department efficiency

• Coordinate employee on/offboarding activities within the department with eye on continuous improvement and maximizing a positive employee experience

• Assess staff performance and provide coaching and guidance to ensure best-in-class support

• Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the department to facilitate efficient operations

• Organize employee engagement activities and gatherings to help develop a positive work environment

• Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material, monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation

• Oversee facilities services and maintenance activities to ensure office space is organized and meets the needs of the department

• Organize and supervise other office activities (special projects, event planning, etc.)

• Ensure administrative operations adhere to company policies and regulations

Basic Qualifications:

• 4-year degree in business, management, or related field 

• 5 years management experience

• Experience managing administrative staff

• Familiarity with financial and facilities management principles

• Familiarity with project and change management principles

• Strategic planning skills

• An analytical mind with problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities 

• Law firm or corporate legal department experience preferred

Location - Hybrid: This individual will be required to work onsite 3-4 days per week at our Chevy Chase, MD location.

Annual Salary

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

Salary : $151,700 - $235,750