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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant to the director of administration in the United States is $71,970.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant To The Director Of Administration vs Administrative Coordinator?

AspectAssistant To The Director Of AdministrationAdministrative Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer associate's degreeHigh school diploma or associate's degree; relevant certifications optional
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting senior managementOffice environment, coordinating administrative tasks across departments
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, nonprofit, government sectorsWidely used in various industries including corporate and nonprofit
Primary FocusSupporting the Director of Administration with scheduling, correspondence, and project assistanceManaging administrative operations, organizing meetings, and maintaining records

While both roles support administrative functions, the Assistant To The Director Of Administration primarily assists senior management with high-level tasks, whereas the Administrative Coordinator handles broader administrative operations across departments.

What does an assistant to the director of administration do?

An assistant to the director of administration provides administrative support by managing schedules, coordinating meetings, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. They often use office software and organizational skills to ensure smooth operations and may assist with budgeting, project management, or communication tasks within an organization.
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Infographic showing various Assistant To The Director Of Administration job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,970 per year, or $34.6 per hour.

Senior Director of Administration

Manatt Phelps & Phillips LLP

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

With eleven offices across the United States, 450+ attorney and consulting professionals and 350+ business and administrative professionals, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for quality and an extraordinary commitment to clients. The firm's groundbreaking approach-bringing together legal services, advocacy and business strategy-differentiates Manatt from its competitors and positions the firm to provide a unique and compelling value proposition.

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP is seeking a highly qualified Senior Director of Administration. Reporting to the Firm's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and serving as a key member of the Firm's Business Professional Leadership Team, this role is responsible for leading the Firm's real estate portfolio and firmwide administrative operations.

The Senior Director of Administration will provide strategic oversight of all office locations, including real estate, facilities, space planning, and office administration, while directly managing and developing the Firm's Directors of Administration across all offices, who supervise the Firm's administrative professionals, including secretarial and administrative assistants. This leader will drive operational excellence, consistency, and alignment with the Firm's overall strategy, ensuring a high-performing, service-oriented administrative function across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Administration Oversight

  • Provide leadership, direction and support to Directors of Administration across all office locations, ensuring consistency in operations, service delivery, and alignment with Firm standards.

  • Partner with the CFO and Firm leadership to develop and implement consistent, efficient and right-sized administrative strategies, policies and best practices.

  • Foster a unified, high-performing administrative culture aligned with the Firm's "One Manatt" approach.

  • Evaluate and optimize administrative structures, workflows and service models to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

    Operations & Vendor Management

    • Oversee procurement related to facilities and administrative operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with Firm needs.

    • Manage key vendor and contractor relationships across all offices.

    • Develop and monitor budgets related to real estate and administration, ensuring fiscal discipline and transparency.

    Project & Change Management

    • Lead and execute firmwide projects related to office openings, closures, relocations, and redesigns.

    • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance operational performance across offices.

    • Manage complex, multi-office initiatives, ensuring timelines, budgets and deliverables are met.

    Collaboration & Communication

    • Serve as a primary liaison between Firm leadership, administrative teams and business professionals to ensure alignment and communication.

    • Provide regular reporting and insights to the CFO and leadership on real estate strategy, administrative performance and key initiatives.

    Real Estate & Facilities Management

    • In partnership with the Firm's CFO and external brokers, oversee assist with oversight of the Firm's national real estate portfolio, including lease negotiations, renewals, and long-term occupancy strategy.

    • Lead Oversee all aspects of facilities management, including space planning, office utilization, renovations, maintenance, and capital projects.

    • Partner with external brokers, landlords, architects and vendors to execute real estate transactions and office buildouts.

    • Ensure all offices meet the Firm's operational, security, and client-service standards.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

    • Minimum of 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in administration, real estate and/or facilities management within a legal, consulting or professional services environment.

    • Demonstrated experience overseeing multi-location office operations and leading distributed, large teams.

    • Deep Knowledge of real estate strategy, lease administration, space planning and facilities operations.

    • Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives, manage competing priorities and drive execution.

    • Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and cost management related to real estate and operations.

    • Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams.

    • Proven ability to unite and lead diverse team members effectively, fostering a cohesive and productive environment.

    • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

    • Analytical skills including aptitude for detail, and logic with extensive office management and administration experience in order to fulfill expectations.

    • High level of discretion, judgment and professionalism in handling confidential matters.

    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    • Willingness and ability to travel to all Firm office locations.

    The base annual pay range for this role is between $250,000-$300,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

    EEO/AA EMPLOYER/Veterans/Disabled

    Manatt is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex or gender (including gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age (over 40), genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, sexual orientation, political activity or affiliation, genetic or and any other protected classes or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the American Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

    This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each newemployee's Form I-9 to confirm workauthorization.IMPORTANT: If the Government cannotconfirm that you are authorized to work,this employer is required to provide youwritten instructions and an opportunityto contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, includingterminating your employment.Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9.In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer uses E-Verify's photo screening tool to matchthe photograph appearing on somepermanent resident and employmentauthorization cards with the official U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Services'(USCIS) photograph.If you believe that your employer hasviolated its responsibilities under thisprogram or has discriminated againstyou during the verification processbased upon your national origin orcitizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at1-800-255-7688 (TDD: 1-800-237-2515).