Transactional Practice Group Assistant
Legal Chicago, IL
Direct Hire Jun 12, 2025
Legal
Job Title: Transactional Practice Group Assistant
Job Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transactional Practice Group Assistant to support a high-performing legal team. This hybrid, direct-hire position based in Chicago, IL, plays a critical role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within a fast-paced transactional practice. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, with a keen eye for detail and a professional approach to client and attorney support.
Compensation:
Work Schedule:
Key Responsibilities of the Transactional Practice Group Assistant:
Qualifications and Skills for the Transactional Practice Group Assistant:
Preferred:
Why Join Us?
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
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Job Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transactional Practice Group Assistant to support a high-performing legal team. This hybrid, direct-hire position based in Chicago, IL, plays a critical role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within a fast-paced transactional practice. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, with a keen eye for detail and a professional approach to client and attorney support.
Compensation:
- $71,000 – $80,000/year (commensurate with experience)
Work Schedule:
- Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM CT
- Hybrid schedule: 2 days onsite, 3 days remote
- Occasional flexibility required for extended hours
Key Responsibilities of the Transactional Practice Group Assistant:
- Edit legal agreements and documents using Track Changes with accuracy and clarity
- Prepare and format PowerPoint presentations for meetings and external audiences
- Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and manage deadlines
- Arrange and confirm travel plans and logistics for internal and client events
- Prepare and process expense reports and time entries in a timely manner
- Communicate professionally across all levels of the organization and with clients
- Address and resolve administrative and technical issues efficiently
- Manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting workloads as needed
Qualifications and Skills for the Transactional Practice Group Assistant:
- Exceptional grammar, proofreading, and writing skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision
- Discretion and sound judgment with confidential information
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred:
- Prior experience in a legal or professional services setting
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- 401(k) plan with firm contributions
- Hybrid remote work policy for better work-life balance
- Professional development and career coaching opportunities
- Generous health, mental health, and wellness benefits
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
#LI-PSG
#LI-IM1
#LI-Hybrid