Coordinator, U.S. Chamber Litigation Center

U.S. Chamber of Commerce

  • Washington DC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
ABOUT US:If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.ABOUT THE U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LITIGATION CENTER:The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center is the litigation arm of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, advocating for free enterprise in the courts. The Litigation Center represents the voice of the business community as amicus curiae and as a party to litigation. We file over 200 amicus briefs in state and federal courts each year. And we bring lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. Chamber to challenge anti-business laws and regulations.POSITION OVERVIEW:Provide administrative support for the operations of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center and its attorneys, with a focus on marketing and events.RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist with marketing and communications, including member and external fundraising materials, website updates, blog and Twitter.
  • Plan, manage logistics, and provide support for a variety of virtual and in-person events, including out-of-town events.
  • Schedule internal and external meetings for Litigation Center attorneys.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, logistics, briefing materials, and expense reports.
  • Track information, including by answering phones, routing calls, responding to routine matters, entering and maintaining up-to-date information.
  • Handle communications with member companies and law firms, other organizations, and Chamber staff.
  • Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years’ administrative experience
  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, handle confidential information, anticipate needs, work independently and collaboratively, and interact with high-level executives and their staffs (both internally and externally).
  • Strong client service ethic.
  • Proficiently in MS Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Experience at a law firm or as an executive assistant preferred.
  • An interest in policy, law, and politics preferred.
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