Legal Office Manager at Robert Half Needham, MA

Legal Office Manager job at Robert Half. Needham, MA.

Robert Half Legal Permanent Placement is partnering with a well‑established law firm and is seeking a highly organized and proactive Assistant Office Manager to support daily operations and administrative functions in the metro west area of Boston. This role is critical to ensuring smooth office workflows, supporting staff, and maintaining a professional environment. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, technically savvy, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities with discretion.

• Manage daily office operations and resource allocation to support attorneys and staff.
• Oversee facilities management, including maintenance, IT coordination, office appearance, and inventory control.
• Supervise and support the firm’s floater and receptionist, ensuring adequate coverage and training.
• Coordinate internal office setup for new hires including attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Assist with HR administration and employee onboarding.
• Train new employees on firm systems and procedures.
• Administer employee benefits and liaise with providers as needed.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in office management; law‑firm experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills, with a focus on employee development.
• Strategic thinker with operational planning experience.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality in a fast‑paced legal setting.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.

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 a company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans.