Executive Assistant to Partner - Law Firm - San Francisco (Hybrid)

Burke+Co•San Francisco, CA

4d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BURKE+CO.'s client, a top-tier boutique law firm, is seeking a polished, detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support its Founding Partner in San Francisco. The role offers an opportunity to support senior leadership in a sophisticated, client-focused environment and serve as a trusted administrative partner. The Executive Assistant manages the partner's calendar, inbox, and day-to-day scheduling; coordinates domestic and international travel, meetings, and conference participation; and prepares, edits, and proofreads correspondence, legal documents, presentations, reports, and client materials. The position also supports client meetings, office visits, internal events, and special projects, maintains accurate client and matter information, and uses Microsoft Office tools to streamline workflows and create high-quality materials. The role calls for discretion, sound judgment, proactive problem-solving, and close coordination with attorneys and firm staff. The position is hybrid, with three days onsite in San Francisco. Compensation is a $100,000–$120,000 base salary, plus bonus and benefits; exact compensation varies based on skills, experience, and expertise.

Requirements

At least 5 years of administrative support experience.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and composure.
Strong interpersonal skills and a service-first mindset when supporting senior leadership, attorneys, and clients.
High level of discretion, sound judgment, and ownership of day-to-day responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the legal field, consulting, or professional services is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the Founding Partner’s complex calendar, inbox, and day-to-day scheduling, keeping priorities on track.
Coordinate domestic and international travel, meetings, and conference participation.
Prepare, edit, and proofread correspondence, legal documents, presentations, reports, and client materials.
Support client meetings, office visits, internal events, and special projects from planning through execution.
Maintain accurate client and matter information.
Use Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, to streamline workflows and prepare high-quality materials.
Anticipate needs and proactively resolve scheduling and administrative challenges.
Partner with attorneys and firm staff to provide seamless support while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.