Admin Assistant
Wilson Elser - Business & Legal ProfessionalsSummary
Wilson Elser is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant for their San Francisco office. This role provides administrative support to the Office Administrator, assisting with daily operations, managing calendars, preparing documents, coordinating meetings, and supporting employee onboarding and engagement activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong computer skills, particularly in MS Office Suite, excellent organizational and communication abilities, and the capacity to multitask effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.
Required Skills
Details
- Salary
- $65,000 – $95,000/yr
- Education Required
- High School
- Posted
- Jun 30, 2026
- Bonus
- Yes
Description
At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Admin Assistant position in our San Francisco Office.
This position is on-site in our San Francisco office 5-days per week.
The Position
We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide administrative assistance to our Office Administrator within a fast-paced law firm environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to the Office Administrator and assist with daily office operations.
- Manage calendars, prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other business documents.
- Draft, prepare, and distribute meeting agendas and related materials.
- Assist with employee communications and reminders.
- Assist with basic financial and administrative processes, vendor invoices, expense reports, and other administrative paperwork.
- Assist with the preparation of onboarding documentation for new employees.
- Assist with scheduling and coordination of new attorneys’ photo sessions and coordination.
- Assist with coordination of Coordinate meetings, conferences, and training sessions office events, including scheduling and room reservations.
- Help organize firm office events, training sessions, and employee engagement activities.
- Assist with file inventory and comply with file storage processes.
- Serve as backup support for other general administrative duties and provide cross-functional support as needed.
Qualifications
- Must have a high school diploma
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management systems
- Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical
- Clear and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
- Must be able to multitask and successfully manage a variety of demands daily
- Must be able to work independently and be proactive
- Good problem-solving, planning, confidentiality, and time management skills are important
- Ability to work well in a team environment
Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Why Should You Apply?
- Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits