Assistant/Legal Secretary – Labor & Employment Law

Job Title: Assistant/Legal Secretary – Labor & Employment Law Location: Santa Barbara, CA Salary: Based on experience Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time About the Role: Client, a top-ranked law firm in Santa Barbara, CA, is seeking a skilled and experienced Assistant/Legal Secretary to join our esteemed Labor & Employment law group. This position will provide comprehensive administrative and organizational support to a team of attorneys and legal professionals focused on a broad range of employment law matters. Practice Focuses: Our team handles employment contract disputes, wage and hour matters, wrongful termination, discrimination, Affordable Care Act compliance, harassment, union campaigns, mediation/arbitration, and employment litigation. Key Responsibilities: Manage attorneys’ calendars, schedule client meetings, and coordinate mediations and court filings. Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, legal documents, and other written communications. Maintain and organize electronic and physical filing systems. Handle incoming phone calls and emails, ensuring efficient and professional communication. Provide general administrative support as required. Working Hours: Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Location: In-office role Qualifications: 3 years of experience as a legal secretary or assistant, ideally within a labor & employment law practice. Strong typing, proofreading, and editing skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe; experience with NetDocuments is a plus. Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Strong organizational and time management skills. High level of discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.