Senior Executive Legal Assistant

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Senior Executive Assistant to the Managing Partner for a prestigious global law firm client. This is a high-impact onsite opportunity based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, supporting executive leadership within a sophisticated and fast-paced professional services environment.

POSITION OVERVIEW:


Our client is seeking a polished and highly strategic Senior Executive Assistant to support the Managing Partner, General Counsel, and additional C-suite leadership in a dynamic global law firm environment. This role serves as a critical partner to executive leadership, managing complex priorities, coordinating high-level communications and meetings, and driving follow-through on strategic initiatives with discretion and precision. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-moving environment, demonstrates exceptional judgment, and enjoys serving as a trusted liaison across internal and external stakeholders.

PERKS:

• Competitive compensation package ranging from $85,680 - $110,880 with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, paid volunteer day, and wellness-focused employee programs
• Inclusive and collaborative culture recognized nationally for diversity, equity, inclusion, and workplace excellence
• Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership at a globally recognized law firm with significant visibility and impact
• Additional benefits including 401(k) with firm contribution, backup child and elder care support, employee assistance programs, and professional development resources

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage complex executive calendars, prioritize competing demands, coordinate meetings, and protect leadership time across multiple stakeholders
• Coordinate high-level client and leadership meetings, including agenda preparation, briefing materials, presentations, and follow-up on strategic action items
• Draft, edit, and refine executive communications, reports, presentations, and other leadership-facing materials
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, detailed itineraries, expense reporting, and logistical support for executive leadership
• Track strategic initiatives, special projects, timelines, and deliverables while preparing concise updates and decision-support materials
• Serve as a trusted liaison to attorneys, executives, clients, and administrative teams while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of experience providing executive-level administrative support within a professional services or legal environment
• Understanding of law firm structures, partner dynamics, client service standards, and the complexities of a global practice
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare polished executive communications and presentations
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, virtual collaboration tools, and document management systems
• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to handle highly confidential information

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:


This opportunity offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with firm contribution, paid parental leave, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, paid time off, professional development resources, and additional family-supportive benefits within a highly respected global law firm environment.

HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:


Scion Legal is the legal recruiting division of Scion Staffing, Inc., a national award-winning recruiting and staffing firm. Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team-building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct-hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.


We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can be found online.


Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.


For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair-chance, arrest-, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.