Administrative Assistant

Washington, D.C.

$60,000 – $80,000

As the Administrative Assistant with this respected policy and legal advisory firm, you will provide critical support to a team of senior professionals. This role goes beyond traditional scheduling, you’ll manage complex calendars, coordinate high-level meetings, oversee travel logistics, and act as a key liaison with clients and stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision, professionalism, and discretion are essential, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while gaining exposure to the world of law, government, and business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage calendars and scheduling for multiple senior professionals, ensuring smooth coordination of meetings and deadlines.
Support daily operations by preparing meeting materials, managing logistics, and arranging IT needs for in-person and virtual meetings.
Coordinate domestic and international travel, including itineraries, accommodations, and detailed agenda packets.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and external partners, providing responsive and polished communication.
Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports, and internal communications.
Maintain and update contact databases and confidential records with accuracy and discretion.
Provide additional administrative support as needed to keep projects and priorities moving forward.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Join a nationally recognized as “Best in Class” firm at the intersection of law, business, and policy.
Competitive compensation and generous benefits package, including healthcare, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.
Work closely with a dynamic team, gaining valuable insight into government affairs and corporate strategy.

What We’re Looking For:

Administrative polish. You have a bachelor’s degree in hand and possess over three years of professional administrative support experience, preferably in a law firm, professional services, or Capitol Hill setting.
Methodical. You approach tasks with structure and care, balancing speed with accuracy.
Confident. You are skilled in handling sensitive information with discretion and bring polished interactions with senior executives and external stakeholders.
Tech-forward. You are proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable navigating scheduling systems and collaboration tools.
Adaptable. You are capable of working independently, adjusting to shifting priorities, and problem-solving under pressure.

To apply, please send a resume to resume@hawthornelane.com.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.