Knowledge & Innovation Assistant

Job Summary & Objectives

The Knowledge Assistant is responsible for providing executive level administrative and operational support to the Knowledge & Innovation Chief, Directors, and the broader department. This role plays a key function in ensuring the smooth execution of administrative tasks that support both the day-to-day operations of the department and the department’s strategic goals. 

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendaring for the CKIO and Directors, including scheduling meetings across multiple time zones, coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements, timely processing of Chrome River expenses and invoices.

• Provide administrative support to the broader department, including group travel coordination, guidance on travel bookings and expense processes and coordination of workspace hoteling.

• Coordinate internal and external meetings, programs and events. Arrange proper logistics based on meeting requirements.

• Compose, edit and proofread emails, presentation materials and other documents. Ensure key documents are maintained in the appropriate workspaces (i.e., iManage, OneDrive, SharePoint).

• Facilitate the onboarding process for new team members. Serve as a point of contact for onboarding-related questions.

• Maintain and regularly update the internal departmental intranet site with relevant content, documentation, and announcements.

• Collaborate with the Knowledge Operations Coordinator on operational initiatives, improving workflows, and facilitating team collaboration.

• Demonstrate intimate knowledge of stakeholders’ work habits and preferences. Anticipate needs and shepherd work forward with limited direction.

• Develop strong understanding of the work of the Department, other administrative departments, offices and practice groups. Build and maintain a professional network of peers across the Firm to assist in solving problems.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience as an administrative assistant or project/team administration

• Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment

• Strong project management and time management skills and ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and self-motivated to produce accurate, timely and complete work product

• General digital and tech-savviness; comfortable learning new technologies

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong attention to detail

• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with both attorneys and non-attorney professionals at the firm

• Sound judgment with respect to confidential and sensitive information

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, English or related field

Salary Information

Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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