• Executive Assistant

    Robert Half Office Team (New York, NY)


    Description

    We are looking for an experienced Bilingual Mandarin Chinese and English Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to a senior partner within a dynamic legal firm. This contract position is based in New York, NY, and involves managing administrative tasks, facilitating communication across international teams, and ensuring smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English, and adept at handling complex schedules and executive-level responsibilities.

    Responsibilities:

    • Deliver comprehensive executive support to a senior partner in the US/China Practice Group, ensuring efficient management of daily operations.

    • Serve as a key liaison between the partner and colleagues in Asia, facilitating seamless communication in both Mandarin Chinese and English.

    • Oversee internal and external communications, including assisting with billing, collections, and time entry processes.

    • Coordinate and delegate tasks to team members on behalf of the senior partner, fostering collaboration and productivity.

    • Arrange travel plans, organize client events, and support marketing initiatives to enhance business relations.

    • Draft, edit, and manage the organization of documents, while processing invoices and managing expense reports.

    • Perform a wide range of administrative duties, including calendar management and scheduling executive meetings.

    • Support the planning and execution of projects, ensuring deadlines and goals are consistently met.

    • Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

     

    Requirements • Fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English is required.

     

    • At least 2–3 years of experience providing support to senior-level executives or partners.

    • Familiarity with legal environments; prior experience in a law firm is preferred but not mandatory.

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint (editing and revising), Adobe tools, and general typing skills.

    • Strong organizational abilities, with experience managing calendars and coordinating travel arrangements.

    • Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not essential.

    • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to handle complex administrative tasks efficiently. TalentMatch®

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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