Administrative Clerk

Administrative Clerk Opportunity

Kaufman & Canoles could be the perfect business law firm for you. You will find success – and great satisfaction – if your vision for your own career matches up with our core values: forward-thinking, hard-working, progressive, entrepreneurial and a can-do spirit. An energizing and professional work environment, Kaufman & Canoles offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing/401(k)
• Generous Leave Benefits
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement

Kaufman & Canoles is an equal opportunity employer.

Kaufman & Canoles is seeking an Administrative Clerk for its Newport News location. This is a full-time opportunity with working hours Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as receptionist and provide backup reception coverage; assist in preparing for and setting up meetings.
• Operate standard office equipment, including personal computer, copier, scanner, and telephone.
• Review and sort mail; organize copy room work by receiving, collecting, and logging requests; and establish and maintain work priorities.
• Perform high-volume copying, printing, scanning, binding, CD/DVD/USB production, electronic binder creation, and data entry for Excel spreadsheets.
• Effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
• Assist in filing, closing files, creating legends, editing documents, entering time, and making copies.
• Serve as a point of contact for Facilities and HR tasks, including cleaning-related requests.
• Observe strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
• Perform a variety of other administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Legal industry experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong multitasking ability, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Operational knowledge of standard office equipment, including copier, scanner, and telephone.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Outlook, and PDF Docs or related PDF management software preferred.
• Ability to routinely lift, carry, push, pull, and slide materials weighing up to 25 lbs.