Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Job Summary
The Human Resources (HR) Systems Analyst will support the HR team in strategic and operational management of HR applications. This role encompasses planning, analysis, and implementation of HR systems to meet current and future business needs. The HR Systems Analyst will ensure continuity and successful delivery of functional services, support daily HR systems tasks, and lead special projects aligned with departmental objectives.
Job Responsibilities
Provide support for HR systems, resolving issues, data discrepancies, and interfaces.
Lead or assist in HR systems project management, upgrades, and customization.
Serve as a liaison with third parties and stakeholders.
Partner with application vendors on integrations and error resolution.
Recommend process improvements and innovative solutions by assisting in policy progression, data configuration, and system enhancements.
Support performance evaluation and salary increase processes, including data validation and upload.
Lead technical integrations and SSO tasks within HR technology projects.
Review, test, and implement HR system upgrades or patches.
Write, maintain, and support reports and queries using Business Intelligence, Power BI, SQL and other tools.
Ensure accurate data and employee transactions through audits of hires, job changes, benefits, and payroll deductions.
Monitor HRMS mailbox and resolve system issues and fulfill report requests.
Maintain HR systems change management and security logs.
Maintain HR intranet sites and support daily operations.
Create user documentation and train staff on data protection and HR systems.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Exceptional client service skills with professionalism and discretion.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users.
Teamwork and leadership abilities to foster a cooperative environment.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Excel is required.
Demonstrated experience with UKG or other HCM systems. Strong understanding of HR business processes and HRIS structure.
Familiarity with Vi by Aderant/vi Global, Rival/SilkRoad Technology, Power BI, UKG/UltiPro, Ceridian, Workday, and Cognos preferred.
Ability to audit data with attention to detail and resolve discrepancies.
Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to lead others effectively in a team or cooperative, enthusiastic and friendly environment to complete small/medium-scale projects and to reach established goals and objectives in a timely manner
Education
Bachelor's Degree required. Equivalent training and experience may substitute for education.
Experience
This position requires a minimum of three years of directly related experience during which knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to this position were attained.
Additional Information
Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive
benefits
package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.
Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - 130,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant's skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.
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$85k-130k yearly 3d ago
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Litigation Docketing Clerk
Crowell & Moring 4.9
Crowell & Moring job in Chicago, IL
Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Job Summary
The Litigation Docketing Clerk provides administrative and clerical support to the firm's Litigation Docketing team. This role assists in maintaining docket records, processing incoming court notices and filings, and ensuring accurate distribution of critical calendar and deadline information. This position works under direct supervision and receives training on docketing processes, court rule applications, and legal technology systems.
Job Responsibilities
The Litigation Docketing Clerk is responsible for entering, tracking and monitoring case-related deadlines using the firm's docketing software systems.
Accurately input data related to court dates, deadlines and other crucial legal information into the docketing system.
Review court filings, orders and notices to identify important dates and requirements; enter case information, activity, and deadlines into firm docket system.
Assist in the management and organization of legal documents, including filing and retrieving documents as required.
Conduct basic docket and case lookup research via online court systems and PACER/PacerPro.
Liaise with attorneys, paralegals, and other staff to provide updates on case status and requirements.
Research and/or monitor cases with the use of various online resources.
Respond promptly and professionally to information requests from attorneys and professional staff regarding matter inquiries
Prepare and distribute routine docket and calendar reports for case teams based upon standard procedures.
Assist with service and filing of court documents.
Participate in team training and assist with clerical duties as assigned.
Escalate unusual or unclear items to Docket Specialists promptly.
Ensure all activities comply with legal and firm policies and regulations.
Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Detail‑oriented, eager to learn court procedures, and interested in developing a career in litigation docketing and legal operations.
Experience in utilizing docketing software (i.e. eDockets, CompuLaw, CourtAlert) for calendaring and reporting is preferred but not required.
Strong research skills are necessary in this role, and familiarity with legal research tools is preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite applications.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy and ability to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Strong collaborative and teamwork skills, and flexibility to adapt to changing department procedures when necessary.
Excellent written and oral communication, problem-solving and service skills.
Willingness to learn and develop new skills and efficiencies.
Flexibility to work overtime as required by business need.
Education
The position requires a Bachelor's Degree. Equivalent training and legal experience may substitute for education.
Experience
Previous experience in a legal environment is preferred but not required. Paralegal or docketing experience is preferred.
Additional Information
Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.
Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $76,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant's skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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$50k-76k yearly 4d ago
Manager: Accounts Payable
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Accounting and Analysis department in our Chicago office, as a Manager: Accounts Payable.
The Accounts Payable Manager, in collaboration with and support of the Assistant Director of Accounts Payable, leads the daily operations of the Firm's U.S. cash disbursements function. Key responsibilities include ensuring smooth and effective execution of the disbursements cycle, supporting departmental strategies, ensuring exemplary customer service, managing team personnel, supporting departmental systems and consistently enhancing service, processes, controls and procedures.
This crucial and visible role serves as the primary operational leader in ensuring the function achieves the department's sustained service and operational excellence aspiration.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
General
Leads full cycle execution of the cash disbursements function
Manages, develops and mentors departmental staff
Ensures a robust, effective control system
Helps foster a collaborative, innovative and empowering culture
Ensures timely, accurate processing and payment of vendor invoices and expense reimbursements
Ensures timely support of and responsiveness to customer base
Evolves operations through innovation, technology and ongoing assessments of practices
Serves as primary contact with third party service center in their support of clerical tasks
Leads processes surrounding multiple payment methods
Ensures pristine and accurate recordkeeping and processing
Supports the department's financial and expense workflow systems
Supports measurement of departmental performance through data, metrics and KPI's
Supports departmental strategies
Solves problems quickly and adeptly
Conducts staff training; develops sophisticated process documentation and informative content
Leads departmental projects and other tasks as assigned
Tactical
Develops comprehensive expertise on the Firm's financial systems, disbursements workflow platform and policies and procedures
Is on cutting edge of industry technologies and innovations
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field strongly preferred, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when experience is directly related to the needs and expectations of the role
Professional Experience:
Five years+ in accounts payable, required
Prior leadership experience, strongly preferred
Experience in legal or other professional services environment, preferred
Accounting experience, preferred
Technical Skills:
Expert knowledge of financial and accounts payable operations and systems, required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, required
Sophisticated technological acumen, required
Advanced knowledge of automated disbursements workflow systems (e.g. Chrome River, Concur, Coupa), strongly preferred
Performance Traits
:
Strong, credible leadership presence
Exceptional ability to manage a diverse group
Innate customer service orientation and commitment to excellence
Natural ability to inspire others and drive positive change
Meticulous attention to detail, quality work, meeting deadlines
Sharp critical thinking and analytical skills
Ability to tenaciously solve problems and creatively conceive solutions
Proactive, innovative orientation
Engaging and unifying interpersonal and communication skills
Inherently self-reflective, collaborative, growth oriented
Trustworthy, honest, reliable
Management Accountabilities:
Manages processes for direct reports in regards to performance appraisals, annual compensation, goal setting and performance counselling
Achievement of assigned goals
Professional development (training/mentoring)
Timely addressing of performance issues
Participating in recruiting, interviewing and transition of assigned staff
Managing assigned staff's PTO
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
Operational budget analysis and recommendations
Conducts analysis of staffing levels and participation in the recruitment process
Able to determine and implement change processes to improve workflow efficiencies
Process- and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills
Able to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner
The typical pay scale for this position is between $113,000 and $149,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$113k-149k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Attorney Support Specialist
Latham & Watkins LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role
The Attorney Support Specialist is an integral part of Latham's Attorney Support team. This role will be responsible for directly assisting an assigned group of local attorneys in addition to providing global team support with a variety of administrative responsibilities, while working in a global team environment with a real-time work ticketing system (ServiceNow). This role will be located in our Chicago office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
Daily time entry, expense reimbursement, calendaring and scheduling, managing/editing documents, and travel arrangements
Proactively learning internal systems and processes to find innovative solutions to problems and requests
Preserving the confidentiality of ours and our clients' protected information
Generating, editing, and posting client invoices
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Display professional communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff throughout the firm
Possess the initiative to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer service focus
Display the ability to multi-task and adapt to continuously evolving technology platforms
And have:
A Bachelor's degree; a minimum of three (3) years of prior professional experience in a legal or professional services environment may be considered in lieu of a degree
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
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$80k-90k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Identity Security Supervisor
Kirkland & Ellis LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
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.
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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
$140k-150k yearly 11d ago
Assistant Director: Practice Management - Litigation
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
Responsible for practice group strategic planning, including developing business development strategy, and working with the Firm Practice Leaders (“FPLs”) in the overall management of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice (“Practice Group”). This Practice Group consists of more than 500 attorneys globally. Provides the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the Practice Group and its sub-groups are strategically positioned in the market and have the proper operational controls and people systems in place to ensure a highly-functioning practice group that is positioned for long-term viability and success.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Operations - efficient and effective day-to-day management of the Practice
Manages the Practice Group operations to optimize quality and efficiency, leverage technology, precedents, and full scope of operational resources
Ensures firm-wide tools are being fully utilized by the Practice Group
Establishes and implements best practices, repeatable models, standards, controls, and monitoring procedures
Works with the FPLs on communication strategies and materials, including driving meeting agendas and action plans to help advance business goals
Prepares and manages communication and reporting to the Management Committee and other Firm administration on the Practice Group reporting, priorities, and strategy
Oversees logistical support for Practice Group internal meetings and events
Shares responsibility with the FPLs for approving BD budget expenses
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
People - efficient staffing and proactive resourcing
Monitors backlog and new business pipeline to ensure appropriate resources are available to address client work
Establishes lateral partner integration process for the Practice Group, and leads the integration of Global Litigation Practice Group lateral partners
Collaborates with partners, and relevant business functions on paralegal and business services staff performance management
Maintains oversight of the selection and delivery of training provided to the Practice Group, including leading efforts related to associate development and training
Monitors attorney and paralegal workloads and productivity levels to foster manageable workloads that optimize attorney utilization, support professional development and promote Practice goals and profitability
Analyses staffing levels and participates in the recruitment process as needed
Works with the FPLs to ensure attorney engagement and Practice Group culture are considered when planning Practice management activities
Financial - strong financial control and reporting at matter and practice level
Reviews and analyses the Practice's monthly Inventory (WIP and AR), approves write offs, supports collections, monitors attorney and paralegal utilisation, and tracks the Practice's overall financial performance to identify anomalies, and generate proposed solutions for areas of opportunity and/or concern
Liaises with Finance department leadership to ensure billing, eBilling, rates, and other financial operations are meeting the needs of the practice
Monitors compliance with fee arrangements and ensures timely billing of each matter in accordance with those arrangements
Oversees and manages the Practice Groups's use of external resources to optimize quality and efficiency, and ensures invoices are received and processed quickly
Accountable for operational budget analysis and recommendations, including monitoring expenses and reviewing monthly budget variances
Improvement - coordinating and driving performance improvement
Proactively and independently identifies and analyses problems, develops solutions and delivers results - initial focus on addressing administrative operational challenges (including monthly billing process and matter intake), and long-term focus on improving Practice Group profitability and performance
Enhances the experience for top clients by serving as a point of contact for the in-house legal operations team to improve the overall engagement and efficient delivery of legal services
Leads change management efforts within the Practice through formal communications and informal influence, and works closely with IT and other business teams to identify needs and coordinate development, rollout and training for change initiatives
Works closely with innovation team to identify both internal and client-facing technologies to improve efficiency and enhance firm as a market-leader
Leverages services such as knowledge management, legal project management, innovation, and
others, to support Practice goals and profitability
Growth - supporting Practice strategy development and revenue growth
Works with Practice Group leaders and Business Development & Marketing to develop business plans in alignment with the firm's strategic plan then manage and execute plan goals
Collaborates with the Business Development & Marketing team on RFP responses, pitches, marketing initiatives, thought leadership promotions, research and analysis and competitive intelligence-gathering for strategic planning, competitive firm positioning and business development activities
Support Partners with generation of business leads, expansion of existing client matters, and identification and pursuit of cross-selling opportunities
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree required, MBA or JD preferred
Professional Experience:
Required:
Minimum of 6-8 years of related experience
Preferred:
Experience in operational roles within the legal industry
Experience supporting delivery of legal services (as a lawyer or non-lawyer working alongside lawyers)
Experience of coordination or leading change in a legal or professional services environment
Understanding of legal industry
Technical Skills:
Required:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ability to learn and work in various software applications as needed
Preferred:
Strong data and financial analytics skillset
Understanding of law firms business services operations
Experience of working with legal technology
Performance Traits
:
Strong executive presence
Strong customer service skills and high degree of emotional intelligence, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgement while teaming and navigating a high-performance environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where multi-tasking and working across organizational lines is the norm
Comfortable taking input and direction from multiple sources, synthesizing, and finding common ground to ensure key initiatives move forward
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
Able to determine and implement change processes to improve workflow efficiencies
Process and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills
Able to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner
Physical Requirements:
May require travel to other offices as needed
The typical pay scale for this position in Chicago is between $182,200 and $242,300, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The typical pay scale for this position in New York is between $199,200 and $263,500, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$199.2k-263.5k yearly Auto-Apply 28d ago
Coordinator: Meetings & Events
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
Responsible for supporting all types of marketing and business development and select internal events across several Firm practices, industries and client teams and business services departments. Works collaboratively with the Business Development & Marketing and other Business Services teams to create and/or enhance relationships with our internal and external clients and prospects. The position will coordinate special events, meetings and conferences by organizing all logistics related to facility and space selection, room set-up, audio-visual and technology needs, coordination of food and beverage needs, and liaising with the food service provider, attendee arrival and flow process, hotel room blocks, ground transportation, and related activities, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Coordinates meeting and event logistics including facility and space selection, room set-up, audio-visual and technology needs, coordination of food and beverage, giveaways, photography, attendee accommodations, hotel room blocks, ground transportation, and other related activities for on and offsite events
Coordinates the distribution and tracking of event and hospitality tickets, ensuring proper allocation to attendees, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with related logistics as needed
Researches and identifies outside vendors for selection, and negotiates prices on behalf of Firm and coordinates contracts with internal procurement team
Coordinates webinars on popular platforms, including but not limited to Zoom, Webex, and Microsoft Teams and be adept at troubleshooting technical issues, managing presentations, video recording and editing, conducting polls, coordinating virtual breakout rooms, etc.
Coordinates with the appropriate business services team on sponsorship opportunities for the Firm, including processing payment, filling tables, coordinating booth supplies and materials and activation of other benefits, as needed
In collaboration with the appropriate business services team, coordinates the development and customization of materials for each event as appropriate, including researching, ordering and fulfilling standard logo giveaways
Coordinates with Marketing Design and Digital Marketing teams to ensure timely delivery of event details and collateral (signage, invitations, etc.)
Provides on-site support and ensures the smooth execution of all events including registration and nametags, handout materials, site management, speakers and presentations
Assists with post event activities, including recording attendance updates in CRM system, post-event briefings, ROI reporting, budget reconciliation and post event messaging
Helps maintain marketing event calendar(s) are up-to-date and disseminates information to the global marketing team, as needed
Tracks reservation cut-off dates and associated deposits to avoid financial penalties
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job
Professional Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of related experience, required
Prior experience working in a hospitality and/or event management environment, preferred
Project management experience preferred
Technical Skills:
Proficient with webinar technology, Microsoft office suite, Internet research and other computer applications/skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience in InterAction or other CRM programs highly desirable
Performance Traits:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities; able to work under tight deadlines and handle numerous, detailed tasks
Exhibit high energy, enthusiasm, positive attitude and poise; articulate and confident
Must be service-oriented, collegial, and able to work effectively with lawyers, staff, and vendors at all professional levels to implement successful events
Physical Requirements:
May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.
The typical pay scale for this position in Chicago is between $65,300 and $86,400, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$65.3k-86.4k yearly Auto-Apply 29d ago
Coordinator: Office Operations
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Office Services department in our Chicago office, as a Coordinator: Office Operations.
Works collaboratively with department management ensuring a high level of administrative, technical, and professional support while providing the Chicago office a high level of customer service. Supports Firm policies and procedures, including but not limited to facilities and operations requests. The Office Operations Coordinator will also focus on the maintenance and functionality of physical workspaces and office surroundings. Responsibilities include assisting with overseeing vendor contracts and preventative maintenance agreements. This role is essential in ensuring that the work environment is safe.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Receives, tracks and follows-up as necessary on service calls placed by MB personnel related to facilities and operations, works to resolve issues that affect operational efficiency
Places special cleaning requests for housekeeping night staff including carpet cleaning, disinfecting, and out of the ordinary cleaning, follows up as appropriate to ensure completion
Performs weekly floor inspections to identify problem areas and necessary repairs and clean up areas.
Processes and activates keycards into C-CURE database; with proper approval, assigns access to restricted areas of the Firm
Works with building personnel to register and program loaner keycards, assigns appropriate access and maintains log to ensure keycards are returned
Generates keycard reports as requested by department leadership or Firm Management
As requested by department leadership, collaborates with Human Resources and department leaders to coordinate new hire locations for business services personnel and attorneys
Processes requests for visitor offices, confirms bookings and communicates with ancillary departments; ensures that visitor offices are clean, equipped as appropriate, and updates nameplates in advance of arrival
Creates and distributes relocation sheets for new hires, internal moves and separations; assists department management with all interoffice moves
Engages new and current employees to conduct ergonomic reviews and follows up to make sure all corrective measures are implemented in a timely manner
Coordinates, schedules and manages logistics related to vendors and contractors and notifies building management as appropriate; facilitates communication and information flow within the organization and with external vendors including the collection and disbursement of COI's and other insurance related documentation
Coordinates scheduling and maintenance of various vendor responsibilities including but not limited to: pre-action alarm systems, HVAC, commercial kitchen equipment, etc.
Creates and maintains monthly phone directories for Firm hallway locations as well as paper and electronic use
Creates GlobalNet entries as requested by HR and ADR; creates classified listings as requested; ensures information on GlobalNet relating to each building and operational departments is accurate and up to date
Works with department management in regards to MB safety teams for training and evacuation drills at both Firm buildings; responsible for keeping safety teams roster up to date
Assists with 911 emergency calls following up with building security and MB personnel
Reviews and processes day to day vendor invoices utilizing the Firm's accounts payable application
As requested by department leadership, provides metrics and tracking as it relates to various vendor engagements as well as building work orders while noting trends
Assists with gathering data using various methods for monthly Firm attendance reports; requiring advanced Excel proficiency
Assists with budget preparation and expense management for operational activities
Works with and coordinates appropriate tasks to student interns
Maintains Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator certification via classes sponsored by the Firm
Utilizes Firm technology and software to streamline operations and enhance reporting capabilities, identifies areas for improvement
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
High School or GED required, Bachelor's degree a plus
Professional Experience:
A minimum of 3-5 years' of previous administrative/reception and customer service experience required
Previous work experience in a legal environment is a plus
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required; strong analytical abilities with complex Excel functions
Knowledge of automated conference room booking software a plus
Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator a plus
Experience utilizing building management office ticketing systems a plus
Experience utilizing C-Cure cardholder access database a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD a plus
Performance Traits
:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Demonstrated ability to manipulate and analyze large data sets within Excel
Adept at multitasking, overseeing a variety of operational aspects such as logistics, resource allocation, and process optimization
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
The typical pay scale for this position is between $61,000 and $81,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$61k-81k yearly Auto-Apply 55d ago
Legal Practice Assistant
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Secretarial department in our Chicago office, as a Legal Practice Assistant.
The Legal Practice Assistant collaborates directly with attorneys to provide word processing and administrative assistance. Extends support to other attorney team members as needed to ensure a balanced workload among the secretarial team.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Creates, formats, revises, and proofs correspondence, client bills, and documents for accuracy and grammar, handling varied degrees of complexity
Provides phone support, interacting with both internal and external clients
Manages calendars, schedules and coordinates meetings or conferences, including facilities, catering, invitations, agendas and details
Organizes and maintains legal correspondence and document files according to Firm processes and systems
Coordinates conflict checks and the opening of new matters
Executes complex and confidential tasks, including maintaining client contacts, travel arrangements, compiling documents, assisting with new business presentations, entering attorney time, preparing expense reports and reconciling corporate credit card accounts
Handles and/or coordinates photocopying and scanning
Continuing education by actively pursuing opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge
Performs other tasks as assigned or required to meet the Firm's goals and objectives
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
College degree required. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job.
Professional Experience:
Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a legal or professional services environment required.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products; accurate typing, grammar and spelling skills required.
Performance Traits:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors.
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities and collaborate with others.
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative.
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities.
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion.
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
The typical pay scale for this position is between $55,000 and $73,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$55k-73k yearly Auto-Apply 50d ago
Finance & Accounting Services Manager - US
Latham & Watkins LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role
The Manager - Finance & Accounting Services, United States is an integral part of Latham's Financial Accounting team. This role will be responsible for, in association with Global Finance, supporting US practice offices for training, quality control, and monitoring of finance and accounting functions, while delivering full cycle finance service and support through a solid understanding of all areas of the Finance department, including billing and operations. This role will be located in our Chicago office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
Implementing initiatives across the practice offices by developing training materials, testing, and other key staff; including their schedules and work activities
Identifying activities that the Global Services Office (GSO) can do to support practice office needs to allow local office to focus on revenue focused responsibilities such as billing/collections and local trust functions
Assisting local office accounting managers to recruit, select, train, and coach employees
Reviewing, investigating, and resolving problems encountered by practice offices or GSO. Identifying root cause of issues and developing training and other plans to prevent or identify similar issues in the future
Working and communicating with practice office accounting managers, supervisors, and GSO staff to ensure high level accounting support and customer service are provided to the firm
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Demonstrate excellent leadership skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making) necessary for effective management
Possess the ability to proofread the work of others to ensure compliance and accuracy
Exhibit strong communication skills, both written and verbal
And have:
A bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field
A minimum of ten (10) years' professional accounting experience
Experience at a global multi-office law firm, accounting firm, or other professional services organization
A minimum of five (5) years' relevant management experience
Experience with Elite, Emburse, or comparable accounting software application
Experience with on-line banking and automated vendor, and expense reporting processes
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
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$150k-175k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Engineer: Cloud and Infrastructure Architecture
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Information Technology department in our Chicago office, as a Engineer: Cloud and Infrastructure Architecture.
Cloud and Infrastructure Architecture Engineer, will focus on cloud adoption initiatives, designing and implementing cloud-based and future solutions, and managing cloud and on-premise infrastructure services. Acting as an escalation point for IT Operations, on more technical and challenging issues that may arise.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Ensures efficient functioning of data storage and processing functions in accordance with the firms security policies and best practices in cloud security
Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards for code quality and thoughtful design
Identifies, analyzes, and resolves legacy and cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities and deployment issues
Implement and manage cloud environments in accordance with company security guidelines
Educate teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives, providing associated training when necessary
Responsible for optimizing the use of cloud resources to help the company balance performance with costs.
Responsible for assessing current technologies and preparing for cloud transformation, working with the Platform Engineering team
Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, with an ability to see and solve issues before they affect business productivity
Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures
Develops, maintains and documents infrastructure best practices, guidelines, and guardrails for on-premise and cloud technologies
Develops and deploys modular cloud-based systems
Working with the Platform Engineering team, provide automation enhancements to help keep the environment consistent, ease large tasks, ensure compliance, and helps with life cycle management
Works with vendor partners to test and benchmark new infrastructure solutions. Provides findings to Infrastructure Architects team and appropriate levels of management
Attends regular vendor meetings for areas of expertise, stays informed of latest technology roadmaps, security notifications, and bug/hot fixes
Ensures optimization of architecture is accessed before, during and after cloud migrations
Ensures vendors provide proper levels of support, maintain SLA's and provide root cause analysis for escalated issues
Works with application and Infrastructure teams, to ensure both new and existing systems follow BC/DR guidelines, have documented plans, and are tested and reviewed on an agreed basis
Ensures all team, departmental and firm policies and procedures are adhered to, including change management and service continuity
Completes all administrative tasks, i.e., (time tracking, project and task updates, trouble ticket notes, status reports, responding to email, etc.) accurately and on time
Fosters trust and builds relationships with the other Information Technology teams both globally and within the region
Acts as an escalation point for the IT Operations team
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Qualifications
Education/professional experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology or related field. A combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job
Minimum of 5 years of related experience, required
Microsoft Azure Certifications, preferred
Prior experience in on-premise to cloud transformation
Prior experience working in a global environment, preferred.
Technical Skills:
Private cloud datacentre, including VMware, Cisco UCS, Dell EMC, required
Private cloud networking, including Cisco ACI, F5 load balancing, Palo Alto firewall, SDWAN, required
Knowledge of Information Security best practices, required
Experience automating into public cloud providers, required
Assessing cloud environments for drift and misconfiguration and remediation workflows implementation via automation, required
Experience with Microsoft Azure, required
Experience with Azure Migrate
Windows Server and associated infrastructure (e.g. AD), preferred
Linux, preferred
PowerShell, preferred
Kubernetes, preferred
Terraform, preferred
Performance Traits
:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of business analysts, developers, data scientists, and subject-matter experts
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working to Agile methodologies
Committed to continued advancement
Resilient and able to handle setbacks
Commitment to process improvement
Familiarity with established project management and other structured operational practices
High level of discretion, comfortable handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality
Willingness to challenge the status quo
Physical Requirements:
May require travel to other offices as needed
The typical pay scale for this position is between $125,000 and $165,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$125k-165k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Senior E-Billing Coordinator
Latham & Watkins LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role
The Senior E-Billing Coordinator is an integral part of Latham's Global Finance team and will be responsible for the submission of electronic invoices to clients on a monthly basis, overseeing the transition of clients to e-billing, and providing follow-up support to attorneys, practice office staff, and clients in all aspects related to electronic billing, as well as handling a heavy volume of highly complex e-submission assignments for key corporate clients and ensuring that all client guidelines, internal protocols, and firm guidelines are followed during the submission process. This role will be located in either our Chicago, Austin, or San Francisco office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
Acting as a liaison between billing attorney/secretarial staff, practice office billing staff, and clients' staff assigned to electronic billing by providing expert-level subject matter support
Liaising with billing attorney/secretary, practice office accounting staff, and client representatives in the resubmission of invoices and ensuring corrective action is in place for future submissions
Populating, maintaining, and updating data for assigned clients in the 3E system and clients' external web applications, while also ensuring all relevant information is updated and correlated in the firm's 3E system
Performing necessary technical and logistical tasks with internal staff, vendor staff, and clients' designated personnel in the transition of clients to electronic billing
Working collaboratively with the department's supervisor to support e-billing systems by adding/removing user accounts, resetting passwords, assigning proper security levels, entering budgets, status reports, and matter profiles in various sub-systems
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Possess knowledge and experience with web-based e-billing systems and vendors (e.g., Serengeti, Datacert, Tymetrix)
Demonstrate the ability to test and troubleshoot multiple e-software applications, summarize findings, and identify potential problem areas
Display the ability to work with LEDES formats
And have:
A high school diploma or equivalent, preferably a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or another related field
A minimum of two (2) years of experience with the 3E Billing system
A minimum of two (2) years of experience with E-billing vendors
A minimum of five (5) years of experience involving general accounting practices
A minimum of four (4) years of experience involving billing processes and practices
Knowledge of 3E's E-Invoicing module, preferably
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
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Pay Range USD $90,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr.
$90k-105k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Specialist: Data Operations
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Information Technology department in our Chicago office, as a Specialist: Data Operations.
The Specialist: Data Operations serves as the firm's lead for ensuring data accuracy, taxonomy alignment, and access control compliance across enterprise systems and reporting platforms. This critical role ensures operational data is correct and reliable, aligns with enterprise taxonomy and data dictionaries, and confirms access controls properly reflect data classification policies and data owner requirements.
Positioned at the intersection of business and IT teams, this role balances oversight with hands on operational execution. The Specialist identifies quality issues, enforces governance standards, and represents the Data & Analytics team on key initiatives, ensuring Mayer Brown's data practices support both strategic initiatives and operational excellence while evolving the firm's data management framework to meet changing stakeholder needs.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Areas of Focus
Data Accuracy & Quality Validation
Serve as the lead for ensuring data accuracy and quality across enterprise systems, monitoring applications and reports to identify and resolve quality issues before they impact business operations.
Validate data quality against established standards and identify remediation needs
Verify accuracy of data transformations and mappings between systems
Document end-to-end data lineage for critical data elements to ensure data accuracy
Document and track data quality metrics and issues
Taxonomy & Standards Alignment
Ensure data aligns with enterprise taxonomy, legal data schemas, and enterprise data dictionaries, maintaining consistency in definitions, values, and classification codes across the enterprise.
Ensure consistent implementation of taxonomy classification across key firm systems and reports
Validate data values against enterprise data dictionaries and approved legal data schemas
Help maintain and evolve comprehensive data definitions to support taxonomy consistency
Identify opportunities for standardization and optimization in taxonomy application
Access Control & Data Classification Compliance
Enforce data classification policies and validate user access controls to ensure they align with data owner requirements and governance standards across enterprise systems.
Monitor and enforce compliance with data owner requirements and access control protocols
Validate that access controls align with data classification policies and data owner specifications
Partner with IT and technical teams to implement access control requirements
Project & Operational Oversight
Balance day-to-day operational monitoring with project representation, ensuring new implementations maintain data accuracy, adhere to taxonomy standards, and properly configure data access controls.
Ensure project data requirements align with enterprise taxonomy definitions and standards
Review project specifications to validate adherence to data management methodology
Ensure project access control configurations align with data classification policies
Propose and document workflow changes to support evolving data and taxonomy requirements
Validate data migration and integration activities for governance compliance
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Governance
Bridge business units, IT teams, and data owners to ensure seamless alignment of data accuracy requirements, taxonomy standards, and access control needs across departments and systems.
Partner with Business Services and Practice teams to understand evolving data requirements
Facilitate working sessions to align classification needs and access requirements across departments
Collaborate with business services teams to improve data entry processes and eliminate redundancies
Communicate data standards, taxonomy requirements, and access control policies to stakeholders
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Preferred: Master's degree in Information Management, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Industry-recognized certifications (preferred):
Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) - DAMA International
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) - International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Analyst Associate or equivalent certification in AWS/GCP
Professional Experience:
5-7 years of experience in data analysis, business analysis, or technical documentation, preferably in a legal, professional services, or financial services environment.
Proven experience in documenting business processes, data flows, and system integrations using tools such as Microsoft Visio and Lucidchart.
Hands on experience with data profiling, data quality analysis, and metadata management within enterprise systems and reporting environments.
Strong understanding of enterprise data documentation practices, including data dictionaries, metadata repositories, and report catalogs.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate across business and IT teams, translating business needs into structured, actionable technical documentation.
Experience supporting data governance initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry standards, regulatory compliance, and firmwide data policies.
Preferred: experience in an international law firm or multinational professional services firm, working with multijurisdictional data policies, privacy regulations, and compliance requirements.
Technical Skills:
Data Documentation & Process Modeling: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Visio, Miro, or similar tools for creating system diagrams, data lineage mapping, and technical documentation.
Data Analysis: Strong Proficiency in SQL and Excel for data extraction and manipulation; familiarity with Python (pandas, NumPy) for data analysis and manipulation is a plus.
Database & Metadata Management: Experience working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) and metadata management tools such as Collibra or Informatica to document and track enterprise data assets.
ETL & Data Integration: Familiarity with ETL processes and tools such as Talend, Azure Data Factory, or SSIS for supporting data movement and transformation workflows.
Project & Change Management: Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or PMO frameworks, using tools like JIRA, Confluence, or Microsoft DevOps for workflow tracking and collaboration on initiatives.
Performance Traits
:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels of the firm, including senior leadership, technical teams, and external vendors.
Ability to work in a diverse, cross-functional team environment, effectively supporting the demanding needs of a global law firm.
Proven ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Must be a self-starter, demonstrating a high level of initiative in problem-solving, process improvement, and driving data management best practices.
Strong customer service orientation, anticipating stakeholder needs, proactively addressing concerns, and exercising independent judgment.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, ensuring accuracy in documentation, data integrity, and process adherence across multiple projects.
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion.
Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, analyzing complex data challenges and developing structured, actionable solutions.
Ability to present complex data concepts to nontechnical stakeholders, translating technical information into clear, business-friendly insights.
Collaborate effectively across departments and organizational levels, ensuring alignment between business needs, IT capabilities, and governance policies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering business value through data-driven solutions to enhance reporting, data governance, and decision making.
Deep understanding of data analytics, business intelligence, and data management principles
The typical pay scale for this position is between $107,000 and $142,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$107k-142k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Director of Technology Enablement
Kirkland & Ellis LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
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
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$280k-330k yearly 26d ago
Director of Information Governance
Crowell & Moring 4.9
Crowell & Moring job in Chicago, IL
Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Job Summary
The Director of Information Governance is responsible for leading the strategic development and execution of the firm's information governance program, driving digital transformation and ensuring the secure, compliant, and efficient management of information assets. This leadership role collaborates with senior stakeholders across Legal, IT, Compliance, and Risk to establish firmwide policies and best practices, fostering a culture of data stewardship and operational excellence.
Job Responsibilities
Develop and lead a digital-first information governance strategy that aligns with firm priorities and regulatory obligations.
Establish and maintain an information governance framework, including roles, processes, and tools for managing data across its lifecycle.
Lead the development and enforcement of policies and best practices around data classification, metadata tagging, data retention, structured/unstructured data, and data lifecycle management, providing thought leadership on data architecture and data quality standards to support strategic firm initiatives.
Evaluate, select, and deploy technologies that enhance data visibility and control, including data loss prevention, information rights management, and automation frameworks, ensuring effective implementation and integration with firmwide systems.
Collaborate with Legal, IT, Compliance, Security, and Risk teams to ensure aligned, secure, and efficient data practices, including data policy development, defensible purging, and legacy data management.
Centralize and drive firmwide efforts to mature data governance capabilities and promote continuous improvement.
Provide expert consultation on projects involving Information Governance, data migration, and M&A while facilitating stakeholder engagement across lawyers, professional staff, and clients.
Ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws and data handling standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA).
Oversee the development and implementation of defensible retention schedules and audit trails in collaboration with Legal and Risk functions.
Build a strong Information Governance culture through targeted training initiatives, awareness programs, and enablement strategies for attorneys, paralegals, and professional staff, and measure adoption and progress.
Manage firmwide change initiatives related to data and technology governance, ensuring user adoption and policy adherence.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Education
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or professional certifications (IGP, CIP, CIPP, CRM, etc.) strongly preferred.
Experience
This position requires a minimum of ten (10) years of experience progressive responsibility in Information Governance, Data Governance, or Information Risk, ideally within a law firm or regulated professional services environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proven experience in managing relationships with vendors/consultants, IT teams and internal stakeholders.
Demonstrated success in building or modernizing a digital-focused Information Governance program.
Hands-on experience in data labelling, metadata frameworks, data structure policies, and DLP tools is essential.
Strong technical acumen with modern Information Governance tools and platforms (e.g., M365 compliance tools, FileTrail, iManage, third party data transfer products, meta data technology solutions).
Proven ability to influence and partner effectively with legal professionals and leadership teams.
Excellent communication, change leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong Risk assessment and policy development experience.
Expert-level knowledge of practice-related information management systems, databases, and software, across multiple practice areas.
Familiarity with different types of AI and the pros and cons of how AI is integrated into Information Governance.
Demonstrated ability to apply technology solutions to solve business problems.
Deep understanding of law firm compliance obligations regarding data preservation, management, and compliance.
Ability to provide quality legal support to both internal and external clients. Involves the use of considerable tact, discretion, and persuasion in gaining the cooperation of others.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with both technical staff and vendors, and non-technical parties such as attorneys, secretaries, and clients.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information from a variety of sources, apply critical and creative thinking to develop solutions to complex problems.
Additional Information
Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.
Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $215,000 - $280,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant's skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Crowell & Moring LLP participates in the E-Verify program.
$215k-280k yearly 36d ago
Firmwide Litigation & Practice Technology (LPT) Senior Analyst (All U.S. Locations)
Kirkland & Ellis LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
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
$156k-171k yearly 60d+ ago
Senior Risk Management Compliance Specialist
Kirkland & Ellis LLP 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Updated: Jan 9, 2026 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 someone who thrives at the intersection of risk, judgment, and collaboration-bringing clarity and solutions to complex compliance questions? As a Senior Risk Management Compliance Specialist, you'll play a critical role on the firm's Risk Management Compliance team, supporting attorneys and leadership across the globe as the firm meets its evolving client and regulatory obligations. Working closely with colleagues in Risk Management and the Office of General Counsel (OGC), you'll help identify potential risks, guide thoughtful resolutions, and ensure the firm's engagement terms and outside counsel guidelines align with firm policies and client needs. This role is ideal for an intellectually curious professional who values precision, partnership, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
* Client Engagement Review & Processing - Partner with attorneys, the Office of General Counsel (OGC), and Risk Management colleagues worldwide to review, process, and index client engagement terms.
* Drafting & Negotiation - Draft and negotiate retention letters and client-specific waivers to support compliant and effective client relationships.
* Risk Analysis & Resolution - Apply independent, critical thinking when reviewing outside counsel guidelines to identify risks and propose practical mitigation strategies.
* Advisory Support - Advise attorneys and staff on compliance with outside counsel guidelines, recommending and justifying modifications when appropriate.
* Subject Matter Expertise - Maintain deep knowledge of outside counsel guideline provisions and related firm policies, serving as a trusted resource for the team.
* Stakeholder Communication - Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from firm leadership, the Office of General Counsel, and attorneys with accurate guidance.
* Team Leadership Support - Act as a point of reference for junior team members when leadership is unavailable, fostering consistency and confidence.
* Service Excellence - Deliver high-level, client-focused service to attorneys across a variety of matters and priorities.
* Project Contribution - Support department leadership and contribute to ad hoc initiatives as business needs evolve.
What You'll Bring
* Education - Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
* Relevant Experience - Five or more years of experience in law firm risk management, including conflicts searching, business intake and acceptance, or related compliance functions.
* Technical Proficiency - Experience with Intapp software solutions, including Intapp Terms, Intake, and Conflicts, strongly preferred.
* Adaptability & Judgment - Ability to work flexibly, manage shifting priorities, and exercise sound judgment under pressure.
* Professional Presence - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
* Service-Oriented Mindset - Commitment to responsive, thoughtful, and solutions-driven customer service.
If you're motivated by complex problem-solving, collaborative partnerships, and helping a global firm manage risk with confidence and integrity, 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 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: $117,000 - $127,000
Bay Area: $117,000 - $167,000
Los Angeles: $117,000 - $132,000
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
$117k-167k yearly 5d ago
Assistant Director: Business Development
Mayer Brown 4.9
Chicago, IL job
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Business Development and Marketing department in our Chicago office, as an Assistant Director: Business Development.
The Assistant Director: Business Development - Products is a growth catalyst for the firm's Transactional practices, with a primary focus on Corporate and Real Estate. In close partnership with practice group leaders and the Director of Business Development, this role designs and executes high-impact strategies and market-facing initiatives that accelerate revenue, deepen client relationships, and elevate the firm's competitive position. Centered on proactive, data-informed cross-selling and client expansion, the Assistant Director leads product and practice growth programs, drives client development plans from strategy through execution, and builds industry-specific campaigns that enhance engagement and unlock new opportunities. This is a visible, outcomes-oriented role that translates market insight into measurable growth and positions the firm for sustained success.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Business Plans & Infrastructure
Leads the development and implementation of annual business development & marketing business plan development focused on priorities outlined by firm leaders and/or assigned teams, including thought leadership platforms, communications, and client outreach
Collaborates with Business Development & Marketing department leadership and group leaders to develop and regularly review annual budgets to support initiatives outlined in business plan(s) or as outlined by leadership, including specifying key strategic and tactical objectives and means to achieve annual goals
Oversee day-to-day responsibilities of the team to ensure that assignments and projects are properly managed and in alignment with the firm's overall strategic efforts, and that service to clients is exceptional
Provides tactical input and direction on the onboarding and integration of lateral lawyers
Business Development & Profile Raising Initiatives
Leads the development and implementation of key BD initiatives, including priority client targeting and campaigns, client satisfaction, client seminars and networking events, as well as other initiatives to enhance business development efforts
Develop and lead the approach to research and analysis and competitive intelligence-gathering
Directs the collection and maintenance of CRM-based contact and other data for marketing planning and for mailing lists
Directs the collection and reporting of matter experience
Manages BD&M colleagues to facilitate best completion of directory submissions; regional surveys; league table/industry survey content; specific lawyer and practice awards and accolades; and other profile-raising initiatives on behalf of the industry group
Assists in the strategic approach and implementation of business development training for lawyers
Pitches, Proposals & Marketing Materials
Provides sophisticated strategy and support for responses to RFPs, and pitch, presentation, and other opportunities via the development of written proposal and presentation materials for the industry group and liaise with others when relevant
Develop new marketing brochures and edit and refine existing ones; maintain practice descriptions in BD&M-shared systems
Periodically review and consult with lawyers regarding their bios and practice descriptions to ensure that they are current
Local Office Support
When relevant, provide support for seminars, sponsorships, and other events and initiatives pursued by the firm in your local office
When relevant, support the onboarding and integration of lateral lawyers
Other
Supervises and mentor staff that provides strategic and tactical marketing support to product/practice groups and key client initiatives
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job
A secondary degree (e.g., a Masters degree, a Ph.D., an M.B.A., or a J.D.) is preferred
Professional Experience:
A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated success in a marketing and/or business development-related position, either in the professional services arena (e.g., law, accounting, or consulting) or in a comparable position(s) in the corporate, trade association, or academic sectors
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Performance Traits
:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated good judgment, a team-first orientation, and stamina
Strong written and oral communication skills
Organized, diligent, and follows through with commitments
Strong presence; capable of engaging credibly and effectively with partners internationally
Able to effectively manage numerous competing priorities
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Assertive, self-motivated and able to operate with limited day-to-day direction
Management Accountabilities:
Manages processes for direct reports regarding performance appraisals, annual compensation,goal setting and performance counselling
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
Operational budget analysis and recommendations
Conducts analysis of staffing levels and participation in the recruitment process
Able to determine and implement change processes to improve workflow efficiencies
Process- and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills
Able to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner
Analysis of staffing levels and requests for assistance
Physical Requirements:
May require travel to other offices as needed
The typical pay scale for this position is between $181,000 and $240,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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$181k-240k yearly Auto-Apply 1d ago
UI Designer - Design Language, Associate
Morgan Stanley 4.6
Chicago, IL job
The Morgan Stanley Wealth Management UX team builds digital experiences that help our clients manage their finances and monitor their investments easily on the Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley platforms. Our growing team of designers and researchers bring an entrepreneurial spirit to a leading global financial firm. We employ design thinking methods and user-centered approaches to solve real business problems. If you can bring clarity to complexity, design holistically in an immense product ecosystem, and have gone the extra mile to create delight, we want you!
We are seeking a Designer for our Design System Team who will help evolve and mature Campfire - our design system. In this role, you will collaborate with other designers on projects influencing nearly every creative output from component creation, application of design system, interaction design, and execution. You'll be asked to look beyond the day-to-day, balancing long-term thinking while working within existing constraints. Above all, you will use your expertise to advocate for web best practices of visual and interaction design. Reporting into a Design System Lead, you will collaborate extensively with Product Designers, Engineers and Product Owners.
Once here you will…
Continue to evolve and refine a design language that resonates with our clients
Partner closely with UI/UX leadership to create design consistency and quality across the platform
Foster continual design system education throughout the team
Promote inclusive design; designing for equity and accessibility (ensuring WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance)
Form strong partnerships with engineering teams to create frictionless design system implementation
Implement and maintain processes tools for UI/UX engineering team to utilize our design system
Review in-flight designs with Product Designers for holistic application of a design solution
Contribute to a culture of continual creative improvement and innovation, excellence and accountability
Understand the underlying needs and motivation of our clients to ensure we achieve business goals and provide value to our clients
Work closely with our research team to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data and make value-driven design decisions that translate into clear, simple UIs
Design and deliver responsive/adaptive solutions that are optimized for web and mobile interfaces and partner with engineers to translate designs into successful products
Work closely with the larger Wealth Management UI/UX team to share design best practices, align on patterns, and promote a design-centric culture at the firm
Relevant experience and mindset…
You have 2-5 years of experience as a UI Designer working in a cross-functional team
You have an outstanding portfolio that demonstrates how you have created experiences that solved business and user needs
Candidate required to submit portfolio with previous case studies; linked to resume
You have a bachelor's degree in design or related field preferably, master's degree a plus
You have a refined design aesthetic and can confidently communicate clear direction and provide timely and helpful feedback to keep work on schedule
You have excellent skills in Figma
You have a basic understanding of HTML/CSS
You have an advanced understanding of web components, interaction design, visual design and industry trends
You are fluent in responsive design, mobile/tablet UI
You can establish deep relationships across the entire Design department
You are a ‘self-starter' who is driven and seeks out opportunities
You thrive in a collaborative, explorative environment and value being on a diverse team that you can bounce ideas off of, get critical feedback from, and unite with to mature design thinking within a large organization
You practice active listening and contribute in group situations (i.e. brainstorms, audits, critiques, whiteboard sessions, etc.)
You get excited by complex projects with high levels of ambiguity and are resilient in the face of obstacles
You have a relentless desire to validate assumptions and uncover a problem's root cause by testing, learning, and iterating
You constantly seek opportunities to evangelize and promote design thinking in a large organization
Why work at Morgan Stanley?
Besides a competitive salary, work life balance, a clear career path, and great benefits, we take the well-being and work satisfaction of our employees seriously. That's why we put a lot of effort towards creating a safe space for people to be vulnerable, share work, and ask questions that will help them both to grow individually and move their projects forward. You'll be encouraged to bring your own perspective to conversations, and we will help you understand and put into practice what you naturally do best by amplifying each other's strengths.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste ***************************************************** into your browser.
Salary range for the position: $80,000 and $115,000 per year. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.
Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).
$80k-115k yearly Auto-Apply 45d ago
Wealth Management VEA program - Chicago, IL
Morgan Stanley 4.6
Chicago, IL job
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
Position Overview:
The Wealth Management VEA Program is designed to give you firsthand experience working with the top Financial Advisors (FAs) in the industry at a leading global financial institution. You may progress through several key areas of business development such as digital marketing/communication, and financial planning. The goal of the program is to give you a strong foundation in the systems/tools, business areas, and skills that are necessary for an enduring and promising career at the Firm.
The length of the program enables you to earn your licenses, gain additional professional designations, network, and capture valuable experience working with different FAs to understand how they run their practice. The insight you will gain is unique and if successful, will propel you into a fruitful career at Morgan Stanley.
The Experience You Could Gain:
The Morgan Stanley Wealth Management VEA Program consists of rigorous licensing followed by training and assessments designed to ensure you are fully prepared to be successful in the program. Experiences you may have:
Set up and execute digital marketing strategies for FAs across multiple social media platforms and their website
Curate marketing campaigns targeting segments of an FAs business to drive engagement
Identify opportunities analyzing client relationships and providing tactical recommendations to help FAs better support their clients
Leverage the Firm's proprietary financial planning resources while partnering with experienced FAs to support their clients and the adoption of Goals Based Wealth Management strategies
Work with clients and gather information to build, analyze, and present plans in a thoughtful and effective manner
Generate and present reports to FAs highlighting areas of opportunity and improvement in your strategy to grow their business
Regularly participate in meetings with management to share best practices and areas of opportunity
Benefits You Could Take Advantage Of:
Competitive base salary, and a wide range of benefits including paid time off, savings programs, health care, insurance plans, student loan refinancing, fitness subsidy, and more
Access to 401(k) offering with competitive Firm matching as well as access to the Morgan Stanley Employee Stock Purchase Program
Obtain Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses in addition to the Financial Planning Specialist (FPS) designation. Support for additional professional designations consists of, but are not limited to, the CFP
Develop a robust understanding of the financial services industry through the lens of 1 of the world's leading financial institutions
Access an immersive learning experience that incorporates financial product education, platform navigation along with professional development
The Skills/Experience/Qualifications You'll Need:
We seek motivated candidates from diverse academic backgrounds with a heightened interest in financial services. Successful analysts have a unique blend of strong interpersonal communication skills, a solid professional presence, and numerical aptitude.
Specific qualifications include:
A bachelor's degree with a proven track record of academic success. Prior professional experience would be an asset but not required
Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam completed prior to interviewing for the program in addition to Firm sponsorship of the Series 7 and 63 exams within a specific timeframe
Strong written and verbal communication, client, and interpersonal skills
Ability to learn quickly and adopt new technologies
Extraordinarily high level of motivation and commitment to working hard and staying organized in a competitive, fast-paced environment
Ability to balance multiple priorities under pressure and time constraints
Authorization to work in the U.S. without durational restrictions
Successful completion of background check and pre-employment assessments
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste ***************************************************** into your browser.
Salary range for the position: $65,000 - 85,000 Yr. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component.
Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.
Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).