Office Administrator / Executive Assistant
Specialized Law Firm – Critical Administrative Support
Important update: corporate hiring hold
Thank you for your interest in building a career with Adv Shoeb Hakim and our associated platforms. We are currently observing a corporate hold on all recruitment activities and will not be accepting or reviewing applications for any of our platforms — Shoeb Hakim Advisory and Legal Compliance Consulting — until February 2027. This pause is part of an ongoing internal strategic realignment. To respect your valuable time and effort, we kindly ask that you refrain from submitting résumés or applications at this time.
- Date Posted
- February 8, 2027
- Application Deadline
- March 8, 2027
- Location Requirement
- Candidates must be willing to work full-time from our Mumbai office.
About the Firm
We are a highly specialized law firm focused on complex litigation in Financial, Cyber, and Criminal Law. We require a highly efficient and discreet professional to manage our office operations and provide crucial executive support, ensuring the firm runs smoothly and leadership can focus on high-stakes client work.
The Opportunity
We seek a proactive and exceptionally organized Office Administrator / Executive Assistant who will be the central pillar of our Mumbai office. This role demands excellent organizational skills, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, professional legal environment.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Essential Qualifications
- Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in any field (e.g., B.A., B.Com, B.B.A.). A background in business administration or management is a plus.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 2 to 4 years of professional experience in an administrative, executive assistant, or office management role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) for correspondence, data tracking, and presentation preparation.
- Communication: Fluent and articulate written and verbal English communication skills.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
- Organizational Acumen: Demonstrated experience managing schedules, travel, and complex filing systems (both physical and digital).
- Confidentiality: Proven track record of handling sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion.
- Proactiveness: Ability to anticipate the needs of firm leadership and take initiative to solve administrative problems independently.
- Financial Literacy: Basic knowledge of vendor invoice processing, petty cash management, and expense report generation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Executive & Administrative Support
- Manage complex calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating court appearances for firm leadership.
- Arrange all domestic and international travel logistics, including flights, accommodation, and ground transportation.
- Handle all incoming and outgoing professional correspondence (emails, letters, courier).
2. Office Management
- Oversee daily office operations, ensuring supplies are stocked, equipment is maintained, and the office environment remains professional.
- Manage vendor relations, ensuring timely and accurate payment of utility bills and service provider invoices.
- Maintain highly organized physical and digital filing systems for administrative and client matters (non-legal documents).
3. Financial Coordination
- Process and track firm expenses and expense reports for reimbursement.
- Assist in basic billing preparation and time-tracking data entry.
What We Offer (Benefits)
- Performance Bonuses: Generous bonuses rewarding exceptional organizational support and efficiency that positively impacts the firm’s workflow.
- Health & Security: Comprehensive medical and accident insurance coverage.
- Professional Development: Financial support for relevant external courses and certifications to enhance administrative, HR, or software management skills.
- Stable Work Environment: Opportunity to work closely with firm leadership and be an integral part of a focused, successful practice.
Application Details
How to Apply: Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant administrative experience to the careers portal .
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Please note the corporate hiring hold above: applications are not reviewed until February 2027.
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