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White & Case LLP
Practice Assistant Senior Team Lead
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$98k–$146k/yr
Senior
Our Office Operations team is at the heart of ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the Firm’s day-to-day operations. Our team manages the infrastructure, systems and services —both globally and locally—relati…
Skills: Legal secretarial, Office operations, Workflow management, Team leadership, Document production
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
$160k–$240k/yr
Senior$3.9B raised
Senior Counsel-Regulatory Hybrid – 3 days/week in office This position can be based in either our Washington DC, Harrisburg, PA or Canonsburg, PA office locations. (Preference for Washington DC) Job Summary Provides lega…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$68k–$91k/yr
Entry level
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Skills: Forensic Consulting, Litigation Consulting, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Risk Management
Spring 2027 Policy & Legislation Internship – Washington, DC
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
Entry level
Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, preserve magnificent places and wildlife, advance clean energy, a…
Skills: Research, Writing, Organizational skills, Communication skills, Policy analysis
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in m…
Skills: Fund formation, Commercial real estate, Real estate finance, Joint ventures, Drafting legal documents
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in m…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$71k–$78k/yr
Entry level
Who We Are FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms o…
Skills: E-discovery, Digital forensics, Data privacy, Information governance, Project management
Meta's Regulatory Compliance Program sits at the intersection of global security regulation, product integrity, and enterprise risk management. The Exam and Audit team is responsible for establishing, maturing, and manag…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$125k–$180k/yr
Senior$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$160k–$215k/yr
Mid level$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$120k–$170k/yr
Senior$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$165k–$265k/yr
Senior$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: RF systems analysis, Satellite spectrum coordination, MATLAB, Python, C++
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$85k–$135k/yr
Mid level$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$190k–$245k/yr
Senior$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$190k–$270k/yr
Senior+$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$150k–$205k/yr
Senior+$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$85k–$135k/yr
Mid level$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$125k–$195k/yr
Mid level$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: RF systems analysis, Satellite spectrum coordination, MATLAB, Python, C++
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Skills: Export Controls, International Trade Compliance, ITAR, EAR, OFAC
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Skills: Data engineering, SQL, Python, Data warehousing, ETL/ELT pipelines
Practice Assistant Senior Team Lead
White & Case LLP
Washington, District of Columbia, United States • On-site
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$98k–$146k/yr
Full-time
high school, bachelor degree
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings
Posted 10d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Senior Team Lead manages daily office operations, facilitates workflow distribution, and supervises practice assistants to ensure efficient service delivery. They also monitor staff performance, coordinate attorney assignments, and act as a liaison between legal staff and administrative departments.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 5 years of legal secretarial experience and a high school diploma. Proficiency in office procedures, technology, and the ability to perform administrative tasks with high attention to detail are required.
Full job description
Our Office Operations team is at the heart of ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the Firm’s day-to-day operations. Our team manages the infrastructure, systems and services —both globally and locally—relating to our office workplaces, onsite and remote operational services, security, safety and a range of other areas. We provide PA support and manage document production, translation and travel services. Our team is responsible for our client-facing areas across the Firm, always seeking to ensure that clients and other visitors have an experience that is world-class. We also take the lead in running our day-to-day operations in the most environmentally sustainable way possible.
Position Summary
The Senior Team Lead takes directions from and reports to the Manager, Practice Assistant Services. The Senior Team Lead will facilitate the distribution of overflow work on the floors. The
Senior Team Lead performs a wide range of secretarial, administrative tasks and legal office procedures. The Senior Team Lead position requires the ability to perform duties of a responsible and confidential nature with the ability to multi-task for several people. A professional and courteous demeanor is expected and must be always maintained, in all situations. The Senior Team Lead will be part of, and work as a team member on the practice floor. As a team member, the Senior Team
Lead will work together with teammates to provide excellent quality service to all internal and external clients including his/her assigned group of attorneys, and all attorneys on the practice floor.
The Senior Team Lead position requires the ability to organize and expedite workflow of lawyer/legal staff members. The Senior Team Lead will perform any other duties as required by the
Firm.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Conduct daily conversations (both in person and electronically) with team members to determine coverage needs, including lunch coverage, for the practice section. Make decisions based on these conversations to move PAs to assist at other desks within the practice section, as necessary.
Monitor staff punctuality, demeanor and professionalism and keep Manager informed of any concerns; participate with Manager in conducting coaching and counseling sessions, as necessary.
Participate in yearly performance review of team members, providing Manager with feedback and ratings.
Conduct mid-month review of shared calendars of the practice section to begin planning coverage for planned absences in the coming week(s).
Prepare and distribute emails to attorneys and PAs in the event of a PA’s unscheduled absence.
Prepare and distribute the morning report.
Review and approve leave requests from PAs. Capture requests in Kronos.
Meet regularly with Manager to discuss progress, concerns and ideas relating to the Practice Support Team program.
Review, approve and submit PA Overtime.
Collaborate with PA Manager with attorney assignments.
Proactively coordinates department meetings and workshops.
Ambitious nature, willing to learn and develop in the role
Conduct orientation sessions for associates who are receiving secretarial support for the first time, explaining procedures.
Distributing days to release reports to PAs for follow up.
Work with the Manager to ensure that the practice section(s) operate smoothly; keep Manager informed of any problems and discuss solutions.
Identify ways and suggest plans for process improvement; identify how staff can be more fully utilized. Prepare monthly report on coverage and staff utilization within the practice section for submission to Manager.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Duties and Accountabilities
Communication, Technical & Administrative Skills:
Provide exceptional service to attorneys, clients, visitors, and colleagues while serving as a liaison between legal staff and administrative departments.
Communicate effectively and professionally, including managing calls, messages, workload priorities, assignment status updates, and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and foster positive working relationships through strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Train, mentor, and support new Practice Assistants while contributing to a collaborative team environment and assisting with overflow and practice-specific responsibilities.
Prioritize and manage multiple assignments, organize workflow efficiently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Demonstrate proficiency in firm software applications, document management systems, communication platforms, billing and expense tools, practice-specific programs, and office equipment.
Prepare, proofread, edit, transcribe, organize, and maintain accurate correspondence, documents, files, client and matter information, contacts, distribution lists, and other records in accordance with firm standards.
Identify, troubleshoot, or escalate technical issues to ensure timely resolution and uninterrupted workflow.
Coordinate travel, meetings, conference calls, office reservations, and other logistics while preparing itineraries, expense reports, client bills, diaries, and practice-related forms.
Maintain current knowledge of firm and departmental procedures, keep reference materials updated, support library-related requests, and ensure compliance with established policies and standards.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail, initiative, accountability, and a commitment to meeting or exceeding performance goals and expectations.
Must be a team player and have the ability to work in a team.
Foster good relationships with other members of the team.
Flexible and can adapt to change in workflow requests.
Qualifications
The Level 5 position requires 5+ years’ legal secretarial experience and a working knowledge of office procedures and technology.
A high school diploma is necessary. A college degree is advantageous but not required. Exposure to a large international law firm is beneficial but not required. Notary Public license is beneficial but not required. Foreign language capabilities are a plus.
This position requires the ability to perform word processing function up to 85% of the time on any given day; ability to use the telephone; operate dictation equipment which requires the use of hands and feet; make copies, PDFs, send faxes from convenience machines; make deliveries within the office which may involve using staircases; ability to lift files and bend or stretch to file folders in low or overhead cabinets; and possibly lift or package boxes up to 40 lbs.
Location and Reporting
This role is based in the Washington, DC Office
This role reports to the Manager, Practice Assistant Services
D.C salary pay range: $97,600 - $146,400
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Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com.
Benefits at White & Case
White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.
White & Case is a global law firm with longstanding offices in the markets that matter today.
Industry
Law Practice
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1901
Headquarters
New York, New York
LinkedIn followers
361,029
White & Case is a global law firm with longstanding offices in the markets that matter today. Our on-the-ground experience, our cross-border integration and our depth of local, US and English-qualified lawyers help our clients work with confidence in any one market or across many.
We guide our clients through difficult issues, bringing our insight and judgment to each situation. Our innovative approaches create original solutions to our clients’ most complex domestic and multijurisdictional deals and disputes.
By thinking on behalf of our clients every day, we anticipate what they want, provide what they need and build lasting relationships. We do what it takes to help our clients achieve their ambitions.
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