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Good morning! This is a high-impact, high-visibility role. Finding an EA in the DC market who can navigate both the legal world and the Department of Defense (DoD) requirements—all while commanding a six-figure salary—requires a posting that sounds as prestigious as the position itself.
Here is the refined package for the Executive Administrative Assistant to the General Counsel.
Title: Executive Assistant to the General Counsel (Legal & Strategic Support) Location: Washington, DC (High-Profile / Fast-Paced) Salary Range: $100,000 – $112,000 Company: Confidential – Premier Government Healthcare & Legal Entity
The Opportunity We are seeking a career Executive Assistant with a sophisticated legal background to support the General Counsel in our Washington, DC office. This is not a standard administrative role; it is a high-level partnership requiring the discretion of a legal professional and the technical agility of a modern coordinator. You will act as the "right hand" to legal leadership, managing complex calendars, board-level communications, and sensitive government-related documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Legal & Executive Liaison: Provide elite-level support to the General Counsel, including drafting, proofreading, and editing complex legal correspondence and board-level documents.
Complex Orchestration: Manage high-density Outlook calendars, coordinate intricate domestic/international travel, and develop detailed itineraries.
Board & Event Coordination: Lead the logistical planning for Board of Trustees meetings and high-profile organizational events.
Technical Trouble-Shooting: Act as a first-line resource for executive technology, including VPN, Zoom, Microsoft 365, and DocuSign.
Confidentiality & Compliance: Handle highly sensitive information with absolute discretion, ensuring all tasks align with DoD standards and healthcare regulations.
Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen capable of obtaining a favorable Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation.
Experience: 10+ years of Executive Administrative experience, with at least 5 years specifically supporting a General Counsel or working within a legal office (in-house or government).
Education: High School Diploma or GED required (Bachelor’s in Business preferred).
Tech Stack: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Teams, Word, Excel, PPT), Zoom, and DocuSign.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of government programs (TRICARE, VA, Military Health System).
Background in a healthcare environment.
Prior military service is highly valued.
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