The Telecom Specialist, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, provides administrative, project management, research and office support for an assigned department or practice group. Location This position can sit in any of our US office locations and offers a hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities Performs administrative duties to include creating and editing documents, maintaining spreadsheets, and analyzing data. Research information and gathers data in order to prepare reports, analyses, and multi-national surveys. Handles various projects for department or practice groups. Attends and participates in meetings to gain an understanding of department objectives and recent activities. Effectively communicates, verbally and written correspondence with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. Produces and successfully meet deliverables, answers phones, and responds to files and correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner as required. Assists with document management system to update and/or create new documents, which may need collating documents, brochures or other materials, as needed. Desired Skills Skills in Microsoft office to include Word and Excel. Working knowledge of Smartsheet software. Strong analytical, written and verbal communications skills. Strong attention to detail to provide timely, accurate, and quality work product. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and foster positive work relationships. Minimum Education High School or GED. Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Government Affairs, or related field. Minimum Years of Experience 1 year experience in an office environment - preferably within a law office, professional services organization, legislative setting, federal agency or military organization. Essential Job Expectations. While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner. Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product. Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required. Foster positive work relationships. Comply with all firm policies and practices. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.