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Administrative Assistant

New York

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Department: Administrative Resource Center (ARC)
Reports to: Business Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday; this is an on-site position in our NY Office with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid work schedule (2 remote days per month) after 3 months
Hours: M-F: 9:30am – 5:30pm with flexibility for paid overtime as needed

Who is Herrick?

Herrick is a prominent New York City-based law firm providing a full range of legal services.  As a powerhouse mid-size firm, we regularly advise on many of the country's most preeminent legal matters, but our size allows us to maintain an enduring culture of collaboration.  Our lawyers and staff enjoy their work and grow by working with each other - a fact that resonates in the results we achieve for our clients.

If you are looking for…

This is an excellent entry-level position that provides hands-on exposure to legal administrative support. The right candidate is looking to grow their administrative and client service skills and must be comfortable in a front-desk, client-facing position. Herrick prides itself on providing on-going training and a collaborate, supportive team environment.

We are looking for…

Herrick is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant for its Midtown Manhattan office.  This individual will serve as an ambassador of the Firm and its culture which is rooted in professionalism, collaboration, and client service.  Attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to work within a team are critical to being successful in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work alongside a team of (2) other Administrative Assistants and (1) Guest Services Assistant.
  • Answer and direct telephone calls timely and professionally.
  • Greet guests and firm personnel with a warm and friendly welcome; announce and escort guests.
  • Enhance the guest experience by personalizing each interaction.
  • Enter guests into building management’s visitor system, reserve hotel offices and conference rooms, and coordinate meeting arrangements as needed.
  • Help maintain the appearance and organization of the front desk and reception area.
  • Provide basic administrative support to Attorneys, Paralegals, Practice Assistants and other administrative members of the firm including but not limited to:
    • Processing invoices and expense reports
    • Entering attorney time
    • Scheduling
    • Coordinating mailings
    • Special projects as directed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; with a minimum of 1 year of experience working in a professional, client-facing environment.
  • Proficiency in or working knowledge of Turkish preferred.
  • Professional, polished demeanor.
  • Excellent guest services skills: engaging, attentive, responsive, and caring.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the Firm, clients, and vendors.
  • Punctual and dependable.
  • Organized and detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

How to Apply:

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The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $50,000 to $60,000.  The actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon factors such as experience and qualifications.

*The range listed is just one component of Herrick Feinstein’s total compensation and benefits package for non-exempt employees, which includes a discretionary bonus; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan and profit-sharing plan.

Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

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Senior Human Resources Specialist

New York

Job Title: Senior Human Resources Specialist
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Business Operations Manager
Schedule: Monday – Friday; this is an on-site position in our NY Office transitioning to a hybrid work schedule (of a minimum of 3 days per week on-site) after 2 months
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with additional time as needed
FLSA Status: Exempt

About Herrick, Feinstein LLP:

Herrick is a prominent New York City-based law firm providing a full range of legal services. As a powerhouse mid-size firm, we regularly advise on many of the country's most preeminent legal matters, but our size allows us to maintain an enduring culture of collaboration. Our lawyers and staff enjoy their work and grow by working with each other - a fact that resonates in the results we achieve for our clients.

Herrick is looking for a Senior Human Resources Specialist to join our tight-knit team who is passionate about finding ways to support the employee population and serve as a resource across the firm. The ideal candidate is a team player, curious, personable, has a joyful demeanor, and executes their job duties with integrity. This is a great hands-on opportunity to be exposed to all facets of HR. If you are outcome-oriented and approach solutions in a meticulous and thoughtful manner, please read on…

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the day-to-day recruitment process for temporary and permanent non-legal staff including but not limited to job description maintenance, job postings, search firm relationships, applicant tracking, resume screening, scheduling and conducting interviews, generating offer letters, completing reference and background checks.
  • Execute a meaningful and seamless onboarding experience for new hires by creating new hire profiles and scheduling and facilitating orientation meetings.
  • Assist with the preparation and processing of the semi-monthly employee payroll transaction and help ensure all payroll changes are accurate.
  • Manage performance review processes for non-legal staff by creating and assigning evaluation forms, providing guidance to managers, participating in review meetings, preparing documentation as needed, and assisting with compensation analysis.
  • Maintain non-legal recruiting budget.
  • Responsible for ensuring HRIS data is accurate and up to date by performing periodic audits.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices. This includes reviewing, drafting, and implementing policies, postings, and supporting HR and 401(k) audits.
  • Generate salary, FTE, and headcount reports for senior management review as needed.
  • Prepare HR-related reporting such as salary and wages, EEO-1, RFPs, diversity surveys, turnover statistics, etc.
  • Respond to unemployment claims and employment verification requests.
  • Develop workflows to improve operational efficiency for the department.
  • Participate in exit interviews for voluntary resignations.
  • Provide backup support to the Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist for leave management.
  • Respond to general human resources inquiries submitted from across the firm.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) a plus.
  • 3 plus years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a professional services environment.
  • Experience with HRIS programs, Paycom preferred.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with acute attention to detail.
  • Ability to exercise good judgement, handle sensitive situations with care and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and interact with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and willingness to roll up your sleeves to tackle a wide variety of assignments as needed.
  • Extensive knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
  • Highly organized in a multi-tasking environment.
  • A consummate team-player.

Compensation:

The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $85,000 to $105,000. The actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon factors such as experience and qualifications.

*This range does not include other forms of compensation or benefits that may be offered in connection with the job.

How to Apply:

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Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

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