Corporate & Tax Legal Assistant
6 days ago
Miami
Job DescriptionAscension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is seeking a Corporate & Tax Practice Assistant for its client's Miami office. Location: Miami, FL Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) About the Role We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Practice Assistant to support our busy Tax and Corporate practice groups in our Miami office. While this role will provide some assistance to a Corporate Shareholder, the immediate priority is to provide high-level support to three Tax Associates. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong tax practice experience who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative AmLaw environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day administrative and practice support to attorneys in the Tax and Corporate groups., • Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda with a high degree of accuracy., • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements., • Maintain and organize client files, both electronic and physical, ensuring compliance with firm standards., • Assist with time entry, billing, expense reports, and related financial processes., • Coordinate with internal departments (finance, marketing, IT, HR) as needed to support practice operations., • Serve as the primary point of contact for client calls and inquiries, handling matters with discretion and professionalism., • Track deadlines, manage case/matter workflows, and ensure timely completion of filings and submissions., • Support business development activities, including preparation of pitch materials and client presentations., • 5+ years of experience as a legal practice assistant, legal secretary, or similar role; Tax practice experience strongly preferred., • Experience supporting corporate attorneys is a plus., • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and document management systems., • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through., • Competitive compensation package with flexibility for exceptional candidates., • Hybrid work model (3 days in-office / 2 days remote)., • Opportunity to work closely with leading attorneys in Tax and Corporate law., • Supportive and collaborative team culture within a nationally recognized firm.