Receptionist-Administrative Position- Full Time

Administrative Assistant – Operations & Events

LHH has partnered with a growing professional services firm in Salem is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide day‑to‑day operational and administrative support to the Firm Administrator. As the organization continues to expand, this role will play a key part in keeping internal operations running smoothly while supporting firm events, marketing efforts, and special projects.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and wants to grow into a more senior administrative or operations role over time.

The Administrative Assistant will serve as a trusted support partner to firm leadership, handling administrative coordination, event planning, and marketing‑related tasks. The role offers both structure and creativity, with opportunities to propose new ideas and take ownership of projects.

Provide direct administrative support to the Firm Administrator
Coordinate sponsorships and firm participation in external events, including tracking RSVPs, managing calendars, sending reminders, and organizing materials
Support marketing efforts tied to events, including ordering promotional materials, coordinating holiday gifts, and assisting with client‑facing initiatives
Plan and execute internal firm events such as monthly lunches, holiday celebrations, and seasonal gatherings, with planning horizons ranging from 3 to 12 months
Manage general office operations, including office supplies, vendor coordination, and mass shredding projects
Assist with logistics related to an upcoming office move (planned for January 2027)
Support special projects and operational needs as they arise

Prior administrative experience preferred; legal or professional services experience is a plus but not required
Backgrounds may include administrative assistant, receptionist ready for the next step, event coordinator, marketing support, or office manager
Creative mindset with interest in contributing ideas for events, marketing, or office initiatives

Pay Range: $25–$30 per hour, Temp to Hire or Direct Hire

• (up to $35/hr for candidates with office management–level experience)
• Schedule: Full‑time, on‑site
• Medical insurance (firm pays a significant portion of the premium); dental and vision available
• Paid life insurance and long‑term disability coverage
• 7 paid holidays per year
• Monthly firm‑provided lunches and weekly Friday coffee
• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.