Office Manager

Position Overview Office Manager – Washington, D.C. – Stationed at Banner Witcoff’s Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities Office Operations and Facilities Management: Oversee daily operations of the Washington, D.C. office, managing office and kitchen supplies, vendor equipment, records management, general services team (outsourced), and conference services. Work with property management on building services, security, office access, and safety and emergency procedures. Coordinate office moves, space planning, and relocation as needed, and maintain policies and procedures for office operations. People Management: Supervise daily operations of the legal assistants. Support performance review cycles, training coordination, and collaborate with Human Resources to manage performance, employee relations, recruiting, counseling, discipline, termination, onboarding, orientation, resource allocation, and policy development. Employee Engagement: Plan and support firm events, including the annual holiday party. Leadership Support: Collaborate with management on firm‑wide initiatives and lead special projects as assigned. Manage mail, copying, greeting clients and visitors, and in‑office collaboration. Ensure hybrid work model compliance by working in the office at least three days per week, or more as business needs require. Assist the Director of Operations as needed during unforeseen circumstances or special projects. Perform other related duties as required to support office operations. Qualifications High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred. 7+ years of administrative or clerical experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment. Experience managing legal assistants and/or administrative support teams. Thorough understanding of legal assistant roles and attorney/assistant relationships. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook). Knowledge or experience in IP law preferred. Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this role is $100,000 – $150,000, based on experience, education, and other factors. This is an exempt position and is eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), business‑casual attire, and a friendly office environment. Equal Opportunity Employer Banner Witcoff is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. The firm will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, pregnancy, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, legal citizenship, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Banner Witcoff