Our client, an established law firm, is hiring a Tax Legal Assistant for a full-time, on-site position supporting its tax attorneys in Manhattan. This role combines legal document preparation, attorney scheduling, client communication, and administrative support for tax-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Organize tax-related correspondence and supporting records, coordinate signatures, and prepare submission materials under attorney direction.

• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, track approved deadlines, and flag conflicting priorities.

• Support time entry, prebill review, invoice revisions, expense reports, and new matter intake.

• Prepare, format, and proofread agreements, engagement letters, correspondence, and presentations.

• Maintain electronic matter files in iManage, following document naming, version control, and records retention procedures.

• Communicate with clients, accountants, outside counsel, and internal teams.

• Complete court e-filings as needed and maintain submission confirmations.

Qualifications

• Related legal support experience preferred, ideally around two years.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Excellent proofreading, grammar, and written communication skills.

• Careful attention to document details, including names, dates, amounts, and attachments.

• Ability to manage shifting priorities, meet deadlines, and recognize when attorney guidance is needed.

• Professional client service skills and discretion when handling confidential information.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary of $65,000 to $85,000, with the offer based on experience, education, and skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and bonus opportunities.

Apply today for consideration.