Baird & Warner jobs in Naperville, IL - 38 jobs

The Director of Operations and Executive Broker is a strategic, licensed real estate professional who serves as the operational backbone and executive partner to the Team Leader, based out of the Baird & Warner Lincoln Park office. This role blends high-level business operations, marketing execution, client experience management, and hands-on real estate transaction support. This individual oversees day-to-day operations, drives business growth initiatives, ensures operational excellence across systems and processes, and delivers an exceptional client experience from first contact through closing out in the field. They act as a central communication hub, create structure in a fast-paced environment, and proactively anticipate the needs of both clients and the Team Leader. This is a highly visible, client-facing role requiring professionalism, discretion, strong judgment, and the ability to operate independently. Key Responsibilities: Executive & Operational Leadership ● Serve as the primary operational partner to the Team Leader, ensuring priorities, schedules, and initiatives are executed seamlessly ● Manage calendars, scheduling, appointment preparation, and daily workflow coordination ● Act as a central communication hub, shielding the Team Leader from unnecessary interruptions while ensuring timely follow-up ● Develop, document, and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials ● Train and onboard new team members; hold team members accountable to workflows and performance expectations ● Monitor KPIs, reporting, and goal alignment to support business growth and productivity Business Development & Lead Management ● Work with active buyers to set up search criteria, review potential property matches (TAN, Zenlist, etc) and communicate those opportunities to the buyers. ● Support lead generation and conversion strategies, including CRM optimization, outreach campaigns, email marketing, and drip campaigns ● Oversee all incoming leads and inquiries, ensuring prompt follow-up and accurate tracking ● Assist with research, preparation, and logistics for networking, speaking engagements, and business expansion opportunities ● Maintain and manage vendor, partner, and industry relationships ● Continuously identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, systems, and business development outcomes Marketing & Brand Management ● Execute and oversee marketing plans across digital, print, social media, and video platforms ● Coordinate listing launches including photography, staging, signage, MLS preparation, and marketing collateral ● Ensure brand consistency and messaging alignment across all client-facing materials ● Prepare listing presentations and CMAs using Cloud CMA and other tools ● Support social media strategy execution, content creation, video shoots, and analytics tracking Real Estate Operations & Transaction Support ● Serve as a licensed resource supporting clients throughout the full buying and selling process ● Coordinate buyer showings, listing appointments, inspections, appraisals, walk-throughs, and open houses ● Manage MLS searches, property research, market data analysis, and pricing support ● Provide post-showing feedback, client updates, and timeline management to ensure smooth transactions from start to close Client Experience & Communication ● Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering a high-touch, polished service experience ● Manage client communications, follow-ups, gifting, surveys, and milestone touchpoints ● Demonstrate high emotional intelligence when working with clients, vendors, and team members ● Reinforce client loyalty, referrals, and long-term relationship building through consistent communication and service excellence Project, Vendor & Budget Management ● Oversee photographers, stagers, contractors, signage vendors, printers, and marketing partners ● Manage marketing and operational budgets ● Lead special projects and process improvements from concept through completion ● Take full ownership of assigned initiatives, making timely decisions and proactively reporting progress Qualifications: ● Active Illinois Real Estate License ● 5+ years of residential real estate sales experience with comprehensive transaction knowledge ● 3+ years in real estate operations, executive support, or business management ● Proven ability to operate independently while managing multiple priorities ● Exceptional organization, communication, writing, and presentation skills ● Strong client-facing professionalism and discretion ● Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle, fully insured Work Environment & Schedule ● Combination of in-office, on-site, and field-based work ● Core hours with flexibility required for evenings and weekends based on client and business needs Position Summary: This role is ideal for a highly capable, licensed real estate professional who thrives as a strategic partner-not just a support role-and who enjoys owning operations, driving growth, and delivering an elite client experience. Salary Range: $125k-140k

Who We Are Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial consulting and expert testimony in all phases of complex disputes and regulatory investigations. The firm works with an extensive network of prominent academics and industry practitioners to identify the best-qualified expert for each assignment. With a reputation for high quality and effectiveness, Cornerstone Research has consistently delivered rigorous, state-of-the-art analysis since 1989. The firm has more than 1,000 professionals in nine offices across the United States, UK, and EU. Cornerstone Research is involved in a broad variety of high-profile projects. Current exemplary matters include claims of anticompetitive conduct, potential mergers and the impact on market competition, the impact of intellectual property infringement, allegations of misleading marketing or false claims, allegations of manipulation of financial markets, evaluation of fair merger prices, securities litigation, claims in consumer finance, anticompetitive conduct in financial markets, labor market disputes, and corporate governance issues. We cover topics in a broad range of industries including consumer goods, life sciences, high technology, energy, telecommunications, industrial markets, banking, securities, fintech, private equity, insurance, and cryptocurrency. More detail on Cornerstone Research and what we do can be found on our website: ******************** Responsibilities Senior Economists at Cornerstone Research Cornerstone Research provides an interesting and rewarding work environment. Those joining our firm enjoy long-term career opportunities supported by our investments in their professional development and an escalating compensation structure including an industry-competitive salary and benefits package. The firm has grown steadily over more than 35 years, and we maintain a firm culture that is collegial, supportive, friendly, and collaborative. We benefit from close collaboration with leading academics in finance and economics. Job Duties: Provide economic and financial consulting and expert testimony in all phases of complex disputes and regulatory investigations. Perform advanced economic analysis/modeling for economic litigation consulting projects. Build actuarial models, discounted cash flow models and other ad hoc calculative models. Draft sections of expert reports, which includes preparing statistical data and conducting research to provide supporting materials for findings. Lead and advise analysts. Qualifications Candidate Profile Ph.D. (or ABD) in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or Marketing, plus 1 year of experience performing research/teaching in Economics/Finance/Quantitative Analysis. In the alternative, will accept an MBA with emphasis in Finance, Economics or Accounting plus 2 years of experience in a quantitative position. Experience must include knowledge of software such as SQL, Python, or Tableau. Job Location: 181 W. Madison Street, 43rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60602. Salary range: $195,000 to $300,000 per year. This position is part of Cornerstone Research, Inc.'s employee referral program and is eligible for an employee referral incentiv e. Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Real Estate Over the last decade, Baird & Warner was named a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace eight times in a row. But we didn't get there by accident - behind every great company is a culture created by the professionals who work there. Throughout our rich history, one thing has remained true: we believe that when you give people the support they need, amazing things can happen. That's why at Baird & Warner we empower you to be independent, to grow in your career, to do the right thing by your colleagues and your community, and to have a true work/life balance. We truly care about making our team feel part of something bigger by sharing a single purpose - making it easier for homebuyers and sellers to realize their real estate dreams. Job Summary We are looking for a dynamic, part-time administrative professional to join our team supporting Real Estate Sales Professionals at our Highland Park location. This is a part time position. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12-5pm; Tuesday 11am-4pm, and Thursday 9am-2pm (with some flexibility). *This position requires in-office work (not a remote position). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General office support functions including greeting agents, customers and maintaining office appearance Oversee supply orders to ensure the office is properly stocked Marketing support to Real Estate Sales Professionals Navigation of Baird & Warner platform tools to create marketing materials Occasional duties and backup to two full time staff during vacation Answer phones Open and distribute daily courier items Distribute and prepare incoming and outgoing mail REQUIREMENTS: Strong computer skills - including Google platform and Microsoft Office Strong social media comprehension is a must (especially Facebook and Instagram) Attention to detail, collaborative and dependable Professional appearance Customer service based attitude High School Diploma or equivalent required. SALARY RANGE: $18-$22 per hour

Adaptive Insurance Agency is seeking a motivated and client-focused Insurance Sales Agent to join our growing team. This role is designed for a professional who thrives on building relationships, responding quickly to warm leads, and delivering tailored insurance solutions that align with real estate transactions and client needs. As part of our referral-driven model, you will primarily engage with incoming calls and emails from our internal network of sales partners-allowing you to focus on new business sales rather than outbound prospecting and servicing. Warm Lead Management: Respond promptly to incoming calls, emails, and digital inquiries from real estate agents, loan officers, and referred clients. Guide clients through insurance options, answer questions, and recommend coverage tailored to their specific needs. Sales Execution: Present clear, personalized insurance solutions (auto, home, life, and other insurance products) and close sales efficiently to meet individual and team revenue goals. Follow up strategically with referred clients to ensure timely quotes and seamless policy onboarding. Relationship Building: Maintain strong working relationships with internal referral partners to maximize lead flow and build trust. Serve as a reliable, knowledgeable insurance resource for both clients and partners. Cross-Selling Opportunities: Identify opportunities to offer multiple policies to provide clients with comprehensive coverage and added value. Compliance & Documentation: Accurately complete applications, issue policies, and document all client interactions in accordance with state regulations, carrier requirements, and agency procedures. Collaboration: Partner with teammates and agency leadership to improve sales processes, service levels, and client experience. Requirements Proven track record in sales or customer-facing roles (insurance experience a plus) Property & Casualty license strongly preferred (or willingness to obtain) Life & Health license strongly preferred (or willingness to obtain) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail Customer-first mindset with a professional, approachable demeanor Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage a high volume of inbound activity Enthusiasm for helping people protect what matters most and achieve their financial goals Benefits PTO VTO Medical Dental Vision 401k with matching

We are a well-established, high-volume title company known for our expertise, integrity, and service-driven approach. Our team is growing, and we are currently seeking a highly experienced Title Officer to join our professional team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical, and self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, paperless work environment. Position Summary: The Title Officer is responsible for conducting comprehensive title searches and examinations on real property transactions of varying complexity. This role involves identifying and resolving title issues, establishing chain of title, and ensuring that all title requirements are met to facilitate timely and compliant closings. Key Responsibilities: Independently examine public records to determine the status and history of property titles. Establish chain of title and identify any defects or encumbrances. Communicate with attorneys, lenders, escrow officers, and other parties to resolve title issues and clear title requirements. Interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, and ILTA (Illinois Land Title Association) guidelines. Prepare and issue title commitments, policies, and endorsements in accordance with underwriting standards. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth and timely closings. Maintain accurate records in a paperless environment, adhering to company protocols and best practices. Manage multiple files under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and customer service. Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in title examination or related title insurance work. Proven background working in a fast-paced, high-volume title operation. Strong understanding of title insurance products, coverages, and exceptions. In-depth knowledge of real estate law, title practices, and relevant regulations in Illinois. Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain title issues and solutions to both legal and non-legal stakeholders. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Comfortable and proficient working in a fully digital/paperless environment. Preferred Skills: High-level proficiency with standard MS Office applications and internal title/escrow software systems. Strong analytical and research skills to evaluate complex title issues. Experience in curative work and problem resolution. Customer service orientation with a proactive and solution-focused approach. Knowledge of legal terminology related to title and real estate transactions is a plus. Join Our Team: We offer a supportive, collaborative workplace where your experience and input are valued. If you're a seasoned title professional looking for a dynamic role with a respected company, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits Medical Dental 401k with matching PTO VTO

Updated: Dec 4, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you energized by building connections with top operations and administrative talent? Join our Staff Talent Acquisition team as a Recruiter, where you'll drive full life cycle recruiting for Business Operations roles across the U.S. You'll partner with hiring managers to deliver high-impact recruiting strategies, provide data-driven insights, and create an exceptional candidate experience from start to finish. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, relationship-driven recruiter who thrives on sourcing high-caliber administrative and operations professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. * Lead full-cycle recruiting from sourcing to offer negotiation and onboarding, ensuring each candidate interaction reflects the firm's professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment to excellence. * Use creative sourcing techniques including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, networking, and other tools to attract top professionals. * Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, structure interviews, and guide hiring decisions. * Manage relationships with external staffing firms for hard-to-fill roles. * Track recruiting metrics and provide clear, actionable updates to business partners. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of full life cycle recruiting experience with a strong focus on administration and operation talent at a law firm or professional services organization. * Expertise with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and Boolean search. * Ability to manage multiple priorities, interpret recruiting data, and apply insights to enhance hiring outcomes. * Proven success working cross-functionally in a professional services environment, demonstrating agility, discretion, and teamwork. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization. If you're excited to shape hiring strategies that strengthen our firm's talent foundation, we'd love to hear from you! Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $100,000 - $110,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Talemetry Abbreviated Job Desc Are you energized by building connections with top operations and administrative talent?

Updated: Nov 12, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a proactive leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, security, and strategy? The Identity Security Supervisor plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the firm's digital assets by overseeing Identity & Access Management (IAM) technologies and leading a high-performing team of security engineers. This role drives the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of identity security solutions that protect sensitive information while enabling the business to operate securely and efficiently. Partnering closely with IT, Security Engineering, Architecture, and senior leadership, the Supervisor ensures that identity-related security controls are optimized, scalable, and aligned with organizational goals. Success in this position means delivering secure, user-friendly IAM frameworks, fostering collaboration across teams, and shaping the firm's long-term identity security roadmap. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader passionate about building resilient security ecosystems that balance protection with innovation. * Lead and Develop Teams - Manage, mentor, and guide a team of security engineers, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. * Oversee Identity & Access Management (IAM) - Direct the design, implementation, and maintenance of IAM technologies, ensuring secure and efficient access to systems and applications. * Ensure Compliance and Best Practices - Maintain alignment with internal security policies, frameworks, and industry standards to strengthen organizational resilience. * Collaborate Across Functions - Partner with IT, Security Engineering, Architecture, and Project Management teams to support secure application onboarding and drive strategic initiatives. * Strategic Planning - Identify capability gaps, define roadmaps, and contribute to the long-term evolution of identity security practices. * Communicate with Leadership - Serve as a liaison between technical teams and senior management, providing actionable insights, reports, and recommendations. * Stay Ahead of Emerging Threats - Monitor evolving cybersecurity trends and technologies to proactively strengthen the firm's security posture. * Support Operations - Participate in an on-call rotation and ensure effective escalation and response to security issues when needed. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. * 10+ years of experience in Cybersecurity and/or IAM applications, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. * Strong understanding of IAM platforms (e.g., Delinea, CyberArk), password management tools (e.g., LastPass, 1Password), and identity governance solutions (e.g., Veza, SailPoint). * Proven ability to design secure, scalable solutions while maintaining operational efficiency. * Demonstrated success in developing high-performing teams and cultivating cross-functional collaboration. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex security concepts for diverse audiences. * Familiarity with legal environments, software architecture principles, and certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Security+. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, service/change management software, and cybersecurity platforms such as CrowdStrike, Veza, and Microsoft Entra. Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $140,000 - $150,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-AR1

Updated: Jun 18, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a strategic thinker with deep experience in eDiscovery who thrives on driving efficiency and excellence across complex litigation matters? As a Discovery Advisor within our Litigation & Practice Technology (LPT) group, you'll play a critical role in managing and executing high-stakes document review projects from start to finish. Working under the direction of LPT Directors and in close collaboration with attorneys and review teams, you'll lead discovery initiatives that are essential to litigation success, leveraging technology, process, and your strong consulting skills to deliver results. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced professional who excels at managing review workflows, training teams, analyzing key evidence, and integrating best practices in eDiscovery and litigation support. * Discovery Lifecycle Management - Oversee end-to-end discovery processes across large, complex litigation matters, from investigation and review to production and trial preparation. * Review Oversight & Execution - Coordinate review team onboarding, training, and quality assurance; support substantive review, privilege logging, and fact development under attorney direction. * Workflow Optimization - Design and implement review workflows using leading tools and protocols, including batching strategies, TAR (technology-assisted review), and defensible search methodologies. * Project Coordination - Define scope, track progress, lead meetings, and communicate across internal teams, outside counsel, vendors, and clients to keep projects on schedule and within budget. * Analytics & Reporting - Analyze and summarize review findings; provide metrics, identify gaps, flag key documents, and help case teams prepare for depositions and trial. * Technology Enablement - Provide hands-on support in Relativity and other platforms; assist with privilege logs, advanced searches, QC, and custom litigation support tools. * Knowledge Sharing - Support team development through training, internal documentation, and contributions to department publications and presentations. * Special Projects - Execute technical and consulting support for unique or urgent client and case team requests as needed. What You'll Bring * Education - Juris Doctorate (JD) required. * Experience - Minimum 7 years of experience supporting complex document review projects and managing discovery across large-scale litigation. * Litigation & eDiscovery Expertise - Deep knowledge of the litigation lifecycle, eDiscovery protocols, and best practices from data preservation through trial. * Technical Proficiency - Extensive hands-on experience with Relativity and other major eDiscovery platforms; strong skills in search construction, results validation, and review design. * Review Strategy & Analytics - Familiarity with TAR, analytics tools (e.g., BrainSpace, NexLP), and protocols such as CAL/CMML to drive review efficiency and quality. * Team Leadership - Proven ability to manage and train contract attorneys, guide review teams, and deliver clear feedback and guidance. * Communication & Problem Solving - Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to adapt quickly, troubleshoot effectively, and provide proactive solutions. * Project Management - Ability to manage multiple deadlines, stakeholders, and shifting requirements in a fast-paced environment. * Flexibility & Commitment - Willingness to support after-hours work, weekends, and occasional travel based on project demands. If you're ready to lead complex discovery efforts that shape litigation outcomes and drive legal innovation, we'd love to hear from you! Compensation The salary for this role ranges from $155,000 to $220,000 depending upon the exact position, its location, and the years of experience required of the applicant. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits, including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also provide personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities, all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Remote #LI-JN1

Updated: Sep 9, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you passionate about shaping the future of legal services through innovation and technology? As a Practice Innovation Advisor at Kirkland & Ellis, you'll join our Practice Innovation team, working at the intersection of law and technology to enhance client service, efficiency, and profitability. In this role, you'll have a particular focus on supporting the Transactional Practice, especially Funds and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), by designing and implementing solutions that address their complex, high-volume workflows. You'll collaborate with attorneys, knowledge management professionals, and firm leadership to create and scale tech-enabled solutions that elevate both process efficiency and client outcomes. * Partner with Transactional Practice - Work closely with Funds, M&A, and other transactional groups to understand workflows, identify challenges, and implement solutions that align with the firm's objectives. * Engage and Influence - Collaborate extensively with practice leadership and knowledge management attorneys, representing Innovation initiatives at meetings and training sessions. * Align Strategy Firmwide - Ensure practice-specific needs are integrated with broader innovation priorities, bridging attorneys, innovation teams, and firm leadership. * Advance Workflow Optimization - Map transactional processes to identify opportunities for automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven enhancements. * Deliver Proofs of Concept - Develop functional pilots and prototypes that address specific use cases and process improvements. * Assess and Improve Workflows - Partner with legal teams to evaluate current processes, pinpoint pain points, and measure potential return on investment (ROI) for new initiatives. * Lead Technology Pilots - Design, launch, and manage pilots end-to-end, including scope, metrics, budgets, risks, and stakeholder management. * Promote Adoption and Change - Support rollout and change management efforts to ensure successful technology adoption within practice groups. * Leverage External Partnerships - Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to support implementation and ongoing success. * Champion Responsible Innovation - Collaborate with Applied Innovation and Responsible AI teams to ensure ethical deployment of emerging technologies. * Support Firmwide Growth - Contribute to the development of the innovation roadmap, portfolio, and long-term strategy, while assisting with evolving priorities and special projects. What You'll Bring * Education - Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM), required. * Experience - 5+ years in a law firm or customer-facing role with a legal technology vendor, required. * Technology Leadership - Hands-on experience leading enterprise software implementations from planning through deployment. * Transactional Insight - Familiarity with the workflows and demands of the transactional practice such as Funds and M&A, with the ability to tailor technology solutions to these contexts. * Platform Knowledge - Experience with legal tech platforms, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), automation, contract lifecycle management (CLM), and business intelligence tools. * Process and Change Expertise - Background in legal process improvement, workflow automation, and structured change management approaches preferred. * Communication Excellence - Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with confidence engaging attorney audiences. * Professionalism and Collaboration - Ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels with accuracy, accountability, and professionalism. * Mindset - Proactive self-starter with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently while managing shifting priorities. Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: New York: $193,000 - $208,000 Los Angeles: $175,000 - 190,000.00 Chicago: $175,000 - 190,000.00 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-AR1

This top producing real estate team is looking for a transaction coordinator to join and grow their residential team! Prior real estate experience, excellent Connect MLS, Zenlist, and social media knowledge are required for this position; as well as a current Illinois Real Estate License. This is a dynamic, fast-paced and ever changing environment. The ideal candidate would have an easy going disposition, be an excellent communicator with a positive attitude and extraordinary customer service skills who can operate with a high level of privacy and confidentiality. We are looking for a self-starter with a natural ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks in a high volume atmosphere, working with a high level of accuracy without getting easily distracted by an increasing to-do list. They should be exceptionally computer savvy and have some experience with marketing and advertising. This position does require in-person working at the Baird & Warner Highland Park office, ideally Monday-Friday 9am-6pm (flexible schedule). Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manage ALL team emails and all email accounts Manage co-team leads scheduling and tracking of all appointments for agent follow thru Handle team communication with internal B&W support services Set up, manage and input as well as update the CRM and client management (CLOZE) Organize and maintain reports, client folders, files, etc. both electronically and physically Track various costs and expenses by transaction Follow up, update and organize all real estate transactions both during the active status as well as with the contract care team once under contract to insure a flawless flow of communication between all parties Manage and execute with corresponding listing lead, the Rubenstein Fox Team unique 10 step strategic approach when listing properties Organize and review incoming leads via email, HomeLight, KV Core, Zillow, Realtor.com, and others. Prepare relocation reports, aka “BPO's” Have strong knowledge and ability to prepare and create market analysis's aka CMA's Set up & deliver weekly marketing reports to all sellers / listings Coordinate with agents to schedule MLS weekly open houses / broker tours / showings Timely follow-up with clients / sellers / other agents, regarding feedback on showings, open houses, broker opens, etc Coordinate with contract care and agents all necessary wire requests Organize transactions in an effort to keep track of both earnest money deposits, inspection items and any corresponding closing costs in an effort to be prepared with all pre-closing documents Attend and/or coordinate inspections and appraisals, communicating with all parties and distributing files as necessary. Manage, input, and review properties and data on the MLS; run reports and pre-marketing of properties through Reverse Prospecting and other tools Manage listing files with details, deadlines, credits, closing details Create and/or coordinate any/all farming materials, advertisements, and other marketing materials with marketing services Manage social media accounts and online presence Create weekly recaps and updates for sellers Attend office meetings and take notes at classes and seminars in order to train other team members Study and stay abreast of new market data and trends, new platforms to enhance team structure Coordinate special events Follow up with past clients, and maintain a database of clientele Keep office organized, clean and tidy Requirements and skills: Mandatory Real Estate License in Illinois Real Estate License in Florida a bonus Prior administrative or executive assistant experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Google Suite Proficiency with Connect MLS, Docusign and Dotloop Proficiency with Canva, Marketing Services Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent phone demeanor Ability to adapt and evolve in a fast-paced and fun environment. Tech savvy and quick study / learner Team player attitude Discretion and confidentiality Strong organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work Compensation and Benefits: This is a contract position with expected annual compensation of $45,000 + bonus opportunities. Vacation, sick, and personal days after 6 mos. Excellent growth potential Insurance stipend after 90 days.

Updated: Sep 26, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do The Senior Telecommunications Engineer I is responsible for operations, maintenance, and supporting the global Kirkland & Ellis telecommunications systems, infrastructure, and related technology. Resolve complex technical issues related to system availability, performance, and end-user experience. Provide direct support to other infrastructure and application teams as it relates to telecommunications as well as third-level support for end-users. Manage the escalation of issues to other third-level support teams and vendors. Perform the necessary research, analysis, design, and implementation of telecommunications systems and services that will ensure the maximum availability, reliability, and performance of the infrastructure to meet all business requirements. Must have solid, functional, hands-on experience with the Avaya Aura Platform and Microsoft Teams. * Maximize reliability, functionality, and integrity of telecommunications networks, systems, and services by performing traffic engineering, capacity planning, and problem trend detection and resolution. * Develop, implement, and monitor methodologies for analysis, installation, and support of SIP voice communications. * Interface with vendor support service groups (local, long distance, etc.) to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance and communicate status of network problems, resolutions and events that impact system availability. * Monitor user support request escalations to the team by email, phone, or our IT Service Management system. Triage, investigate, and address identified issues. * Work with Kirkland attorneys and staff to escalate and resolve issues, which may include direct interaction with outside vendors. * Design telecommunications solutions, which implement standards and performance requirements to maximize reliability, functionality, and integrity while minimizing costs and cycle time. * Design telecom infrastructure and related systems to meet security requirements. * Perform administration of the firm's telephone and voicemail system, which includes system programming, moves, adds, and changes. * Implement technology/systems integration and acceptance testing. * Implement requested changes with a strong emphasis on meeting established service levels. * Implement the transfer of business and technology knowledge to those in the support role. * Interact with business partners to research and identify alternatives, which will provide cost savings and/or increased operating efficiencies. * Communicate problems and problem resolution plans with staff and superiors. * Communicate with all areas to ensure efficient and effective handoff of problems and when transitioning the project to the support staff. * Participate in the on-call team rotation which requires 24x7 availability to respond and actively work on escalations. What You'll Bring * Minimum of 8+ years of similar previous work experience required. * A vast knowledge of industry-wide telecommunications systems, networks, and services with a heavy emphasis on the Avaya Aura Platform and Microsoft Teams required. * Certifications in ITIL and/or Project Management strongly preferred. * Bachelor's degree in networking, computer science or relevant discipline preferred. * Experience with Microsoft Teams Click to Call and/or Direct Routing preferred. * SSO certificate management required. * Comprehensive experience troubleshooting complex systems. * Professional knowledge of Windows Server OS, Linux, networking, and SIP routing required. * Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate to all levels of staff. Technologies/Software: * Avaya System Manager * Avaya Session Manager * Avaya Session Border Controller * Avaya Communication Manager * Avaya Aura Device Services * Avaya Workplace for Windows and iOS * E911 * Microsoft 365 - Teams * Microsoft Windows Server * VMware Certificates, Licensures, Registrations * Avaya Enterprise Solutions, M365, and Microsoft Teams highly valued. Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in [CITY NAME] OR (if multiple) [each of the below locations]. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: * [CITY]: $00,000 - $00,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JN1

Updated: Dec 9, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a proactive, detail-driven marketing and business development professional ready to support one of the world's most sophisticated litigation practices? As a Commercial Litigation Business Development Specialist, you'll play a key role within our Marketing & Business Development (MBD) Department, partnering closely with attorneys and colleagues across the Firm-locally in Chicago and internationally-to advance strategic growth initiatives for Kirkland & Ellis' Litigation practices In this role, you'll help shape compelling pitches, proposals, events, research deliverables and client-facing materials that showcase the depth and reach of our global litigation capabilities. You'll bring strong judgment, polished communication skills, keen attention to detail and the ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment while ensuring every deliverable reflects the Firm's standard of excellence. * Support Business Development Strategy by developing a strong understanding of the Firm's litigation capabilities, client relationships and market position to help execute strategic objectives for the commercial litigation practice and individual attorneys. * Develop High-Impact Pitches & Proposals by drafting tailored, substantive materials, customizing precedent content and tracking pitch activity to evaluate pipeline trends and outcomes. * Maintain Core Practice Collateral by updating practice descriptions, website content, brochures, experience databases and matter lists to ensure accurate, engaging and timely materials. * Lead Rankings & Submissions Efforts by preparing directory nominations, surveys and award submissions for relevant litigation practices. * Plan & Execute Events including seminars, receptions, conferences, sponsorship activities and client-facing engagements that highlight the Litigation team's capabilities. * Conduct Research & Produce Intelligence Reports on clients, prospects, competitors and industries to inform go-to-market strategies and support practice growth. * Support Cross-Department Initiatives by collaborating with colleagues in Business Development (BD), marketing, communications and research on firmwide projects and priorities. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree; with 5+ years of professional experience, with a background in litigation, business development, marketing, financial services or project management. * Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with senior attorneys, clients and colleagues. * Strong project management and organizational abilities, with experience managing competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * High attention to detail and polished writing, editing and proofing skills, including experience preparing marketing documents and client-facing content and using PowerPoint * Ability to take initiative and operate effectively in ambiguity, making informed decisions and driving projects forward. * Collaborative mindset, with openness to feedback and the ability to work seamlessly within a team. * Proficiency with technology and research tools, including online databases and standard office software; familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems such as InterAction or Salesforce is preferred. * Analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize data, understand complex legal concepts and translate them into clear, compelling narratives. * Professional presence, business savvy and discretion when handling sensitive information. If you're energized by impactful work that elevates one of the world's leading Litigation practices-and you're eager to shape sophisticated marketing and business development initiatives-we'd love to hear from you! Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $95,000 - $110,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a detail-driven professional who thrives on keeping complex operations running smoothly while delivering exceptional service? As a Benefits Coordinator, you'll support the Firm's Benefits, Wellbeing, Compensation, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), and HR Operations teams, partnering closely with the Firmwide Director of Benefits, Compensation, and Talent Operations. You'll help shape clear, engaging communications, bring wellbeing programs to life through thoughtful event coordination, and ensure essential workstreams stay on track. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, organized, service-minded, and comfortable navigating a fast-paced environment with sound judgment and flexibility. Occasional overtime may be required during major events or peak periods. What You'll Do * Benefits & Compensation Support: Draft, edit, and format communications and presentations; assist with invoice routing, budget monitoring, and departmental coordination across internal and external partners. * Client Service & Engagement: Build strong relationships across the Firm while delivering responsive support to attorneys and staff, backed by growing expertise in the Firm's health, retirement, and wellbeing programs. * Workflow & Operations Management: Track and organize workstreams, monitor deliverables, and ensure timelines, reporting, and documentation remain accurate and complete. * Wellbeing Program Coordination: Manage registration tools, surveys, and attendance reports; coordinate logistics for on-site, off-site, and virtual wellbeing events; and support occasional early-morning, evening, or off-site activities. * Content & Resource Maintenance: Maintain the Firm's intranet pages related to benefits and wellbeing, ensuring resources are accurate, current, and easily accessible. * Executive & Administrative Support: Manage complex calendars, prioritize scheduling, prepare meeting materials, complete expense reports, and provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. * 3+ years of experience in health and welfare benefits, human resources (HR) operations, or a related HR function preferred. * Required to have fluent proficiency in usage of Microsoft Teams. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong service orientation. * Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail. * Strong analytical abilities, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to addressing needs. * Preferred: PeopleSoft (strongly preferred) or other Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS). If you're excited to deliver exceptional support, strengthen key programs, and help enhance the employee experience across the Firm, we'd love to hear from you! Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $72,000 - $81,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Who We Are Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial consulting and expert testimony in all phases of complex disputes and regulatory investigations. The firm works with an extensive network of prominent academics and industry practitioners to identify the best-qualified expert for each assignment. With a reputation for high quality and effectiveness, Cornerstone Research has consistently delivered rigorous, state-of-the-art analysis since 1989. The firm has more than 1,000 professionals in nine offices across the United States, UK, and EU. Cornerstone Research is involved in a broad variety of high-profile projects. Current exemplary matters include claims of anticompetitive conduct, potential mergers and the impact on market competition, the impact of intellectual property infringement, allegations of misleading marketing or false claims, allegations of manipulation of financial markets, evaluation of fair merger prices, securities litigation, claims in consumer finance, anticompetitive conduct in financial markets, and corporate governance issues. We cover topics in a broad range of industries including consumer goods, life sciences, high technology, energy, telecommunications, industrial markets, banking, securities, fintech, private equity, insurance, and cryptocurrency. More detail on Cornerstone Research and what we do can be found on our website: ******************** Responsibilities Summer Associates at Cornerstone Research Cornerstone Research offers candidates pursuing doctoral studies in finance, economics, accounting, or marketing the opportunity to join the firm for eight weeks to gain first-hand experience in our work as a Summer Associate. The role is designed to mirror the experience of a first-year Associate and includes case assignments and formal training. Summer Associates work closely with senior staff, clients, and experts to define objectives, guide research efforts, manage deadlines, and mentor junior staff. Daily responsibilities typically include assisting with developing project strategy, conducting research, directing analysis, understanding and summarizing data and key findings, and proposing effective solutions to problems faced by their teams. This is a great opportunity for doctoral candidates to use theoretical and empirical research skills gained through their graduate-level training to devise and apply innovative and rigorous analytical approaches to interesting real-world issues. The outcomes of our cases can have a direct and immediate impact on public policy and corporate strategy. While many Summer Associates choose to spend their summer with us, the timing and duration of this position are flexible and can be arranged over the summer or during the academic year. Qualifications Candidate Profile We seek candidates who are pursuing doctoral studies in finance, economics, econometrics, accounting, or marketing, and who will be graduating in 2027 or 2028. Candidates must have the ability to apply academic research to real-world issues. We are currently hiring in our Boston, Brussels, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, Bay Area (San Francisco and Silicon Valley), New York, and Washington, D.C., offices. Summer Associate candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Cornerstone Research will consider international candidates with F-1 status who can independently obtain work authorization. Interested Candidates Candidates should submit a cover letter (including a statement describing your interest in economic and financial consulting and location preferences) and a resume through our careers website. Contact Associate Recruiting Team Cornerstone Research Email: ************************************ Website: ************************** Cornerstone Research offers market-leading compensation. The biweekly salary for the Summer Associate role is $9,423.07 in the United States. Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Avenue Louise 54, 1000 Brussels, Belgium

Updated: Nov 24, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a strategic, forward-thinking accounting leader ready to modernize and elevate a firm-wide financial accounting framework? In this pivotal role, the Senior Manager of Financial Accounting will lead the modernization of the Firm's general ledger structure and financial accounting processes, working cross-functionally to strengthen financial reporting, enhance operational efficiency, and support data-driven decision making. This role sits within the Firm's Finance function and requires a leader with deep technical accounting expertise paired with strong systems thinking. You will champion the streamlining of the chart of accounts, drive standardization across key financial accounting workflows, and build enhanced financial controls that support both internal and external reporting needs. This role is ideal for an innovative accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is motivated to build scalable, modernized financial systems that enable long-term growth. * General Ledger Modernization - Evaluate, redesign, and enhance the general ledger framework and chart of accounts to support updated financial reporting needs, complex consolidation requirements, and evolving business models across jurisdictions. * Integrated Reporting Structure - Integrate all journal activity into a unified ledger structure capable of reporting cash, accrual, and local statutory books on both calendar and fiscal year bases. * GL Management & Oversight - Manage and maintain general ledger books, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with Firm standards. * Process Transformation - Align financial accounting workflows (i.e. reconciliations, journal entry processing, financial reporting, etc.) with Firm-wide strategic initiatives; identify needed skills, technologies, and processes to drive greater efficiency and scalability. * Intercompany Solutions - Document, implement, and optimize processes and procedures for intercompany settlements. * Team Leadership - Lead, manage, and develop direct reports, fostering a high-performance, collaborative environment. * Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with teams across the Firm to address accounting matters, deliver exceptional service, and solve complex financial challenges. * Special Projects - Support and lead additional complex accounting initiatives in partnership with Finance leadership. * Standards & Compliance - Maintain strong knowledge of Firm policies, procedures, and accounting standards to ensure consistency and compliance across financial operations. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required; along with 8-10 years of relevant professional experience, ideally including 4-5 years in public accounting and 4-5 years in a public company environment. * Leadership Background - At least five years of people leadership experience, with demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams. * Industry Knowledge - Prior experience in a professional services environment and hands-on involvement in general ledger transformations and implementations. * Communication & Analytical Strength - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to summarize complex observations with clarity and impact. * Adaptability & Drive - Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and deliver meaningful, sustained impact in a dynamic environment. * Interpersonal Skills - Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. * Project Management Expertise - Proven capability to lead complex accounting projects, manage timelines, and coordinate across teams. * Technical Skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills; experience with PowerBI, Coupa, or Elite 3E is helpful. If you're eager to modernize core financial systems and build scalable accounting frameworks that support Firm-wide decision making, we'd love to hear from you! Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $170,000 - $185,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a strategic, hands-on technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, data, and quality-driving standards that scale and enable innovation? As Director of Technology Enablement, you'll provide firmwide leadership for the shared technology capabilities that empower delivery teams to build secure, high-quality, and future-ready solutions. This role sits at the center of the firm's technology ecosystem, overseeing Enterprise Architecture, data platforms and data management, and centralized Quality Assurance (QA). You'll define and steward technical standards and reference architectures across application, data, and infrastructure domains, while partnering closely with IT and business leaders to ensure technology services align with strategic objectives. As a true player-coach, you'll remain hands-on for critical design reviews and architectural decisions, while mentoring talent and fostering a standards-driven culture of continuous improvement, reliability, and delivery excellence. * Enterprise Architecture Leadership - Set firmwide direction, standards, and reference architectures across application, data, and infrastructure domains to ensure scalable, secure, and high-quality solutions. * Data Platform & Strategy Enablement - Oversee delivery and management of enterprise data platforms, including data warehousing, integrations, and data governance solutions that support the firm's broader data strategy. * Strategic Alignment - Partner with business and technology leaders to align architecture and data services with current and future firm objectives. * Architecture Roadmapping - Develop and maintain enterprise architecture roadmaps focused on scalability, security, performance, and long-term maintainability. * Integration & API Standards - Drive adoption of standardized integration patterns, application programming interfaces (APIs), and data services to enable secure, efficient data flow across systems. * Security & Compliance Assurance - Ensure architectural designs and data solutions meet security, compliance, and regulatory requirements. * Design Governance & Reviews - Provide technical oversight through solution and design reviews, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and best practices. * Emerging Technology Evaluation - Lead assessment and adoption of emerging technologies that enhance architecture and data capabilities, including artificial intelligence (AI) readiness. * Cross-Team Collaboration - Partner with infrastructure, application, and security teams to maintain architectural integrity and seamless service delivery. * Architecture & Data Governance - Establish transparent, collaborative governance processes with clear decision traceability. * Vendor Partnership Management - Manage key technology vendor relationships to ensure alignment with architectural and data management goals. * Talent Development - Mentor and develop multidisciplinary technical teams, remaining hands-on for critical design reviews, data modeling decisions, and complex technical challenges. * Quality Assurance Ownership - Own firmwide QA standards, including release quality gates, test automation strategy, tooling, and entry/exit criteria to improve reliability and delivery velocity. * QA Enablement - Stand up shared QA frameworks and guidance (test automation, test data management, performance and security testing) and coach delivery teams on adoption. * Metrics & Continuous Improvement - Define, track, and report Technology Enablement key performance indicators (KPIs) such as architecture conformance, automation coverage, defect escape rates, change success rates, and data quality scores. What You'll Bring * Education - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred (or equivalent experience). * Leadership Experience - 15+ years of progressive information technology (IT) experience, including 5+ years leading shared services across Enterprise Architecture, Data/Business Intelligence (BI) & Integrations, and centralized QA. * Enterprise Architecture Expertise - Proven experience defining firmwide technical standards, reference architectures, and non-functional requirements such as reliability, performance, security, and observability. * Data Platform Delivery - Hands-on experience delivering enterprise data platforms (warehouse or lakehouse), data governance and lineage, integrations, and BI enablement. * Modern Technology Stack Knowledge - Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS)), hybrid architectures, API management, integration platform as a service (iPaaS), event/streaming architectures, and modern DevOps/continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. * Governance & Roadmapping Skills - Demonstrated ability to define, maintain, and govern enterprise architecture standards and align technical roadmaps with business strategy. * Stakeholder Communication - Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences. * Player-Coach Mindset - Ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams while remaining hands-on in critical technical decisions. * Future-Focused Perspective - Familiarity with emerging data and AI-enabling technologies. * Industry Experience - Experience in AmLaw or regulated professional services environments preferred, with familiarity in Document Management Systems (DMS), Knowledge Management (KM), Microsoft 365 (M365), and ServiceNow ecosystems. * Mobility - Willingness to travel as needed. If you're excited to shape enterprise-wide technology standards, enable data-driven innovation, and elevate quality across a complex organization, we'd love to hear from you. Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $280,000 - $330,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-LC1 Talemetry Abbreviated Job Desc Are you a strategic, hands-on technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, data, and quality-driving standards that scale and enable innovation?

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Do you excel at transforming complex legal documents into polished, flawless deliverables-all while beating deadlines and upholding the highest standards? Kirkland & Ellis is seeking a highly skilled Operator to join our dynamic Document Services team. In this fast-paced, high-volume role, you'll collaborate with attorneys and staff across the Firm to expertly format, revise, and process critical legal content. This position offers the opportunity to support high-impact client work across time zones-where precision isn't just appreciated, it's essential. * The set weekly schedule for this position is Saturday through Tuesday: 5:00am - 2:45pm ET including an hour break As a Document Services Operator, you will: * Format, revise, and convert complex legal documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat * Perform advanced functions like updating table of authorities, cross-referencing, defined terms checks, and financial table formatting * Create, edit, and reformat PDFs, e-closing binders, presentations, and graphic elements with precision and consistency * Troubleshoot document issues and assist users with software questions * Ensure all documents meet Firm standards for branding, formatting, and functionality * Partner with attorneys and staff to understand project requirements and deliver outstanding service under tight deadlines What You'll Bring We're looking for someone with: * High school diploma, GED or equivalent is required * At least three years of experience in a legal or financial document processing environment * Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word), Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with tools such as Litera, DocXtools, OmniPage, and Power PDF * Strong attention to detail, excellent grammar, and the ability to follow complex written instructions * A proactive mindset and a commitment to service excellence * The ability to work a set weekly schedule, including overtime when needed: Saturday through Tuesday: 5:00am - 2:45pm ET including an hour break At Kirkland, you'll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team that values accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism. You'll play a direct role in supporting attorneys with client-facing work while developing your skills with cutting-edge technology and top-tier support. Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago, and Los Angeles. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $77,000 - $87,000 Los Angeles: $77,000 - 102,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity The Firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and criminal histories consistent with local laws. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Remote #LI-MP1

Updated: Aug 11, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you a strategic leader passionate about advancing cybersecurity through governance, risk, and compliance? Join our Security Governance team as a GRC Manager, where you'll lead a high-performing team and oversee key functions including policy management, compliance, vendor risk, and security awareness. This hands-on role blends program leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration to drive measurable impact and continuous improvement across the organization. * Program Strategy & Leadership - Define and deliver the GRC roadmap, report on program performance, and drive accountability across key initiatives. * Policy & Standards Management - Create and maintain security policies, review exception requests, and guide standards enforcement. * Awareness & Training Programs - Lead phishing simulations, design training content, and assess program effectiveness. * Compliance & Vendor Risk Oversight - Manage SOC 2, ISO 27001, and client assessments; lead third-party risk reviews. * Risk & Controls Management - Oversee risk registers, lead internal controls testing, and track remediation and issue resolution. * Governance & Regulatory Insight - Monitor and communicate regulatory changes, advising stakeholders on risk and compliance impact. What You'll Bring * Education - Bachelor's degree preferred; CISSP, CISM, or CISA strongly preferred. * Experience - 7+ years in information security or governance, including 4+ years in leadership and hands-on security roles. * Framework & Compliance Expertise - Deep understanding of ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, and other security frameworks. * Execution & Leadership - Proven success managing GRC programs, third-party assessments, and technical control testing. * Communication & Influence - Ability to clearly explain complex security concepts to varied audiences and serve as a trusted advisor. * Training & Documentation - Strong instructional writing skills for awareness content and technical documentation. * Technology Fluency - Familiarity with GRC tools, IAM, SIEM, encryption, vulnerability management, and BI platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). * Client-Facing Agility - Skilled in addressing client inquiries and assessments with confidence and professionalism. If you're ready to lead a mission-critical security function while shaping a culture of accountability and excellence, we'd love to hear from you! Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $179,000 - $194,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DR1

Updated: Oct 10, 2025 Apply Now Share: About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What You'll Do Are you energized by solving complex data challenges and delivering high-quality technical solutions that drive litigation success? As a Firmwide Litigation & Practice Technology (LPT) Senior Analyst at Kirkland & Ellis, you'll play a critical role in supporting case teams through hands-on management of data, databases, document productions, and advanced litigation technology tools. Working closely with LPT Project Managers and firm leadership, you'll help ensure the secure, efficient, and accurate handling of client data across all phases of discovery and litigation support. This role offers a chance to apply your expertise in eDiscovery tools, analytics, and process improvement within a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values precision, problem-solving, and innovation. This position may occasionally require travel and after-hours support to meet client or project needs. * Data & Database Management: Process, convert, and manage electronically stored information (ESI) in accordance with case-specific requirements. * Technical Execution: Create, configure, and administer Relativity workspaces, Brainspace environments, and other eDiscovery applications. * Quality & Compliance: Conduct quality control checks on data processing and production deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project specifications. * Production Support: Generate custom load files, metadata, native files, and text files; ensure proper optical character recognition (OCR), redaction, and production formatting. * Troubleshooting & Support: Resolve complex data loading and application issues, providing timely, hands-on technical support to case teams. * Analytics & Reporting: Utilize analytics tools such as Relativity Analytics and Brainspace to support deduplication, email threading, privilege review, and predictive modeling. * Collaboration & Communication: Partner with Project Managers, Operations, and case teams to meet deadlines, manage deliverables, and maintain clear communication across offices. * Process Improvement: Contribute to documentation, training materials, and process refinement initiatives that advance departmental efficiency. * Training & Knowledge Sharing: Deliver training sessions for case teams and provide briefings to department leadership as requested. What You'll Bring * Education: Bachelor's degree preferred; an associate degree combined with relevant experience will be considered. * Experience: Minimum of 6 years (preferred) in legal technology or eDiscovery support, ideally within an Am Law 100 firm or equivalent service provider. * Technical Expertise: At least 3 years of hands-on experience with leading eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, Reveal), including database setup, search design, and workflow configuration. * Production & Processing Skills: Strong knowledge of eDiscovery processing tools (Relativity, Nuix, LAW) and demonstrated experience in creating complex document productions. * Analytics Proficiency: Minimum of 1 year using analytics tools (e.g., Relativity Analytics, Brainspace, NexLP) for machine learning-based review and quality control. * Programming & Scripting: Working knowledge of SQL, APIs, Python, VBA and scripting languages to convert and analyze data effectively, support. * Communication & Problem-Solving: Ability to convey technical concepts clearly, respond effectively to stakeholder needs, and identify solutions under tight timelines. * Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism. * Certifications: Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) required; Brainspace Analyst Certification preferred. * Adaptability: A proactive, "can-do" mindset with the flexibility to handle changing priorities and evolving technologies. Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position each of the below locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation Range: Chicago: $133,000 - $148,000 Los Angeles: $136,000 - $151,000 New York: $156,000 - $171,000 Washington D.C.: $138,000 - $153,000 Bay Area: $156,000 - $171,000 How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity The Firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and criminal histories consistent with local laws. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid # LI-LC1