Most recent job postings at Baker McKenzie
via LinkedIn posted_at: 11 hours agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Global Client Pursuits, Senior Manager - Americas will influence partners and lead key client pitch processes, as well as be a role model for team members, collaborating and sharing best practice, engaging in process development, training and coaching. To become a permanent member of a high performing team of pitch professionals in the Americas who manage the firm's most strategic, pitches... and panels for key clients and regional pursuits. Pitches The Global Client Pursuits, Senior Manager - Americas will influence partners and lead key client pitch processes, as well as be a role model for team members, collaborating and sharing best practice, engaging in process development, training and coaching.

To become a permanent member of a high performing team of pitch professionals in the Americas who manage the firm's most strategic, pitches... and panels for key clients and regional pursuits.

Pitches are high value, multijurisdictional (generally global) and multi-practice. The role holder will manage large panels and complex pursuits as well as oversee the management of "BAU standard" proposals, working with more junior team members in collaboration with BDMC colleagues.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as the lead managing winning panels and proposals for key clients from start to finish (writing and project management)
• Proactively develop and manage client-centric key messages/content and marshal resources to ensure that winning proposals of superior quality are delivered on time
• Influence and guide partners to deploy best practice approaches to proposals from opportunity assessments to bid documentation to presentation coaching
• Provide coaching/training for partners, lawyers and BDMC professionals around all aspects of pitch and presentation best practice
• Conduct post-pitch debrief meetings feeding back key points to the business to facilitate further learning and development
• Create detailed briefs and provide coaching for center-based team members to produce fit-for-purpose draft proposals and formatting/design requests leveraging pitch content automation technology and the Service Now tool
• Coach, train, develop and oversee more junior team members
• Become deeply familiar with the Baker resources and team, leveraging the proposal process for bids/pitches and panel proposals for high value and key client opportunities
• Team with GCP colleagues worldwide (within North and Latin America across our other regional hubs in Asia Pacific and EMEA) to deliver on pitches where needed following the sun and sharing best practice
• Take responsibility for best practice sessions and writing thought leadership as well as providing input into the Baker World intranet pages
• Collaborate with BDMC professionals worldwide including client managers, industry and practice group BDMs and in-market BDMs to leverage client intelligence, practice and industry know how, case studies and credentials
• Engage with other Professional Services teams e.g. pricing strategy, legal project management and knowledge to deliver profitable and added value solutions

Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree
• Extensive experience in BD/ communications in the professional services, with significant hands-on experience in proposal development and exemplary project management skills
• Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage remote teams of lawyers and BDMC professionals
• Persuasive and diplomacy skills; ability to deal autonomously with highly intelligent and demanding internal clients at all levels; manage multiple requests for support, assess opportunities and provide direction
• Client service focus, flexibility, can-do attitude; motivated and enthusiastic; personal drive and energy
• Gravitas to train and influence groups of partners or senior members of the Firm
• People management experience especially in a virtual and multicultural environment
• Serve as a role model for all team members

If located in New York the pay range is $140k-$160K yearly
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via LinkedIn posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Conflicts Analyst will assist in providing an efficient and effective service to the Firm's Partners and offices in identifying and analyzing potential conflicts of interest. Responsibilities... • Provide all aspects of support to the Firm, Partners, and offices about conflicts management • Assist and review all information submitted on Conflicts Management Requests (CMR) for accuracy and completeness, ensuring that all required information The Conflicts Analyst will assist in providing an efficient and effective service to the Firm's Partners and offices in identifying and analyzing potential conflicts of interest.

Responsibilities...
• Provide all aspects of support to the Firm, Partners, and offices about conflicts management
• Assist and review all information submitted on Conflicts Management Requests (CMR) for accuracy and completeness, ensuring that all required information has been provided and is accurate
• Identify and analyze all potential conflicts of interest and propose concise resolutions to Firm Attorneys to clear these conflicts per professional responsibility obligations and Firm policy
• Advance the clearance of conflicts of interest by directly communicating with Firm Partners
• Obtain waiver letters from Partners and clients when made necessary by jurisdictional guidelines, to facilitate New Business Intake (NBI) while protecting client relationships and the Firm's business interests
• Maintain detailed records on all aspects of the conflicts management process for internal documentation and audit purposes
• Adhere to all Firm policies regarding conflicts of interest and escalate issues to Management and the Director of Responsibility, when appropriate
• Process CMRs within the agreed Service Level Agreement
• Engage and collaborate with team members through the presentation of ideas and recommendations regarding best practice, continuous improvement, departmental processes, policies, and procedures
• Provide support and assistance on important team projects and initiatives, when required

Shift: Monday - Friday

Hours: March 13 - November 6 / 10am - 7pm EST

November 7 - March 12 / 9am - 6pm EST

Skills and Experience:
• Undergraduate degree or work experience in this field
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and online research tools
• Ability to make effective, accurate decisions, judgement calls, and reliable recommendations with support from team members and Management, where necessary
• Professionalism and the ability to influence in a positive manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive customer-service-oriented attitude
• Ability to engage and collaborate with team members locally and across other Centers
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure, manage workloads, meet deadlines and prioritize efficiently
• Ability to leverage consultant resources and utilize information appropriately
• Exceptional problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Ability to contribute ideas for process improvements and adapt easily to procedural change
• Excellent written and oral communication skills demonstrated in interactions with all colleagues throughout the Firm as well as Partners and Management
• Positivity and the adoption of a solution-based approach in all aspects of work
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via Talent.com posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Global Client Pursuits, Senior Manager - Americas will influence partners and lead key client pitch processes, as well as be a role model for team members, collaborating and sharing best practice, engaging in process development, training and coaching. To become a permanent member of a high performing team of pitch professionals in the Americas who manage the firm's most strategic, pitches... and panels for key clients and regional pursuits. Pitches The Global Client Pursuits, Senior Manager - Americas will influence partners and lead key client pitch processes, as well as be a role model for team members, collaborating and sharing best practice, engaging in process development, training and coaching.

To become a permanent member of a high performing team of pitch professionals in the Americas who manage the firm's most strategic, pitches... and panels for key clients and regional pursuits.

Pitches are high value, multijurisdictional (generally global) and multi-practice. The role holder will manage large panels and complex pursuits as well as oversee the management of "BAU standard" proposals, working with more junior team members in collaboration with BDMC colleagues. Responsibilities :
• Serve as the lead managing winning panels and proposals for key clients from start to finish (writing and project management)
• Influence and guide partners to deploy best practice approaches to proposals from opportunity assessments to bid documentation to presentation coaching
• Provide coaching / training for partners, lawyers and BDMC professionals around all aspects of pitch and presentation best practice
• Conduct post-pitch debrief meetings feeding back key points to the business to facilitate further learning and development
• Create detailed briefs and provide coaching for center-based team members to produce fit-for-purpose draft proposals and formatting / design requests leveraging pitch content automation technology and the Service Now tool
• Coach, train, develop and oversee more junior team members
• Become deeply familiar with the Baker resources and team, leveraging the proposal process for bids / pitches and panel proposals for high value and key client opportunities
• Team with GCP colleagues worldwide (within North and Latin America across our other regional hubs in Asia Pacific and EMEA) to deliver on pitches where needed following the sun and sharing best practice
• Take responsibility for best practice sessions and writing thought leadership as well as providing input into the Baker World intranet pages
• Collaborate with BDMC professionals worldwide including client managers, industry and practice group BDMs and in-market BDMs to leverage client intelligence, practice and industry know how, case studies and credentials
• Engage with other Professional Services teams pricing strategy, legal project management and knowledge to deliver profitable and added value solutions

Skills and Experience :
• Bachelor's degree
• Extensive experience in BD / communications in the professional services, with significant hands-on experience in proposal development and exemplary project management skills
• Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage remote teams of lawyers and BDMC professionals
• Persuasive and diplomacy skills; ability to deal autonomously with highly intelligent and demanding internal clients at all levels;

manage multiple requests for support, assess opportunities and provide direction
• Client service focus, flexibility, can-do attitude; motivated and enthusiastic; personal drive and energy
• Gravitas to train and influence groups of partners or senior members of the Firm
• People management experience especially in a virtual and multicultural environment
• Serve as a role model for all team members

If located in New York or California the pay range is $140k-$160K yearly.

Last updated : 2023-06-07
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via Talent.com posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Global Client Pursuits, Senior Manager - Americas will influence partners and lead key client pitch processes, as well as be a role model for team members, collaborating and sharing best practice, engaging in process development, training and coaching. To become a permanent member of a high performing team of pitch professionals in the Americas who manage the firm's most strategic, pitches... and panels for key clients and regional pursuits. Pitches The Global Client Pursuits, Senior Manager - Americas will influence partners and lead key client pitch processes, as well as be a role model for team members, collaborating and sharing best practice, engaging in process development, training and coaching.

To become a permanent member of a high performing team of pitch professionals in the Americas who manage the firm's most strategic, pitches... and panels for key clients and regional pursuits.

Pitches are high value, multijurisdictional (generally global) and multi-practice. The role holder will manage large panels and complex pursuits as well as oversee the management of "BAU standard" proposals, working with more junior team members in collaboration with BDMC colleagues. Responsibilities :
• Serve as the lead managing winning panels and proposals for key clients from start to finish (writing and project management)
• Proactively develop and manage client-centric key messages / content and marshal resources to ensure that winning proposals of superior quality are delivered on time
• Influence and guide partners to deploy best practice approaches to proposals from opportunity assessments to bid documentation to presentation coaching
• Provide coaching / training for partners, lawyers and BDMC professionals around all aspects of pitch and presentation best practice
• Conduct post-pitch debrief meetings feeding back key points to the business to facilitate further learning and development
• Create detailed briefs and provide coaching for center-based team members to produce fit-for-purpose draft proposals and formatting / design requests leveraging pitch content automation technology and the Service Now tool
• Coach, train, develop and oversee more junior team members
• Become deeply familiar with the Baker resources and team, leveraging the proposal process for bids / pitches and panel proposals for high value and key client opportunities
• Team with GCP colleagues worldwide (within North and Latin America across our other regional hubs in Asia Pacific and EMEA) to deliver on pitches where needed following the sun and sharing best practice
• Take responsibility for best practice sessions and writing thought leadership as well as providing input into the Baker World intranet pages
• Collaborate with BDMC professionals worldwide including client managers, industry and practice group BDMs and in-market BDMs to leverage client intelligence, practice and industry know how, case studies and credentials
• Engage with other Professional Services teams pricing strategy, legal project management and knowledge to deliver profitable and added value solutions

Skills and Experience :
• Bachelor's degree
• Extensive experience in BD / communications in the professional services, with significant hands-on experience in proposal development and exemplary project management skills
• Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage remote teams of lawyers and BDMC professionals
• Persuasive and diplomacy skills; ability to deal autonomously with highly intelligent and demanding internal clients at all levels;
• Client service focus, flexibility, can-do attitude; motivated and enthusiastic; personal drive and energy
• Gravitas to train and influence groups of partners or senior members of the Firm
• People management experience especially in a virtual and multicultural environment
• Serve as a role model for all team members

If located in New York or California the pay range is $140k-$160K yearly.

Last updated : 2023-06-07
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via Salary.com posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Co-Founder, Baker& McKenzie LLP, Palo Alto, California. Responsibilities... • Develop and provide new services for clients using data science; • incorporate data-driven insights across legal andcommercial operations; • amplify social impact initiatives using machine learning(ML) Skills and Experience: • Must have a Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws, or foreign educational equivalent and at least 4 years of experience in advising leading Co-Founder, Baker& McKenzie LLP, Palo Alto, California.

Responsibilities...
• Develop and provide new services for clients using data science;
• incorporate data-driven insights across legal andcommercial operations;
• amplify social impact initiatives using machine learning(ML)

Skills and Experience:
• Must have a Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws, or foreign educational equivalent and at least 4 years of experience in advising leading global law firm clients, and/or equivalent experience with legal services provider.
• Must also have at least 4 years of experience in:
• (i) successfully driving digitaltransformation in global professional services partnership and matrixedinternal environments;
• (ii) managing multi-disciplinary teams;
• (iii) developing revenue-generating legal service lines.
• Experience may be gained concurrently

Pay range is: $102,253 - $365,000.

Apply online at https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/careers
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via Glassdoor posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 250K–345K a year
We are seeking a mid/senior level Leveraged Finance associate with four to six years of experience to join our fast-growing and internationally recognized Leveraged Finance Practice. Our team represents private equity sponsors, their portfolio companies, corporate issuers and borrowers, lenders and other financial institutions in the full range of debt finance transactions throughout the capital... stack. You will have an opportunity to make a meaningful We are seeking a mid/senior level Leveraged Finance associate with four to six years of experience to join our fast-growing and internationally recognized Leveraged Finance Practice. Our team represents private equity sponsors, their portfolio companies, corporate issuers and borrowers, lenders and other financial institutions in the full range of debt finance transactions throughout the capital... stack. You will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the growth of our Leveraged Finance and PE practice which is one of the most strategically important practices of our Firm. At Baker McKenzie, you will be recognized for your work and be rewarded for it as well. Our work is sophisticated and dynamic. Deal teams are relatively lean compared to work on other kinds of transactions. Take your professional development to the next level by joining our team.

Requirements:
• Substantive experience representing private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers and/or lenders in a full range of debt finance transactions, including acquisition financings, ABLs, term loan facilities, senior and mezz, dividend and other recapitalizations and refinancing.
• Prior experience as a key member of deal teams is preferred, including having taken responsibility for running signings and closings, taking "the pen" on drafting and negotiating debt commitment papers and credit documentation, etc.
• Exposure to middle-market private equity transactions is helpful.
• Prior experience working across from or representing alternative credit providers and private lenders is helpful.
• Deal Sheet required

We are looking for talented self-starters. In addition, we are seeking individuals who are original thinkers, possess the drive to achieve results for our clients, and have the capacity to assume increasing responsibility in a highly successful global organization.

Please include a cover letter, transcript, deal sheet and resume with the application. The candidate must have the ability to function smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members. Must be admitted to and a member in good standing of the NY Bar.

For candidates living and working in our New York City office only, the annual salary range is between $250,000 and $345,000.

At Baker & McKenzie LLP, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. Like no other firm and few other businesses. With more than 4,400 locally admitted lawyers and more than 5,800 business service professionals in 77 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm and a distinctive way of thinking, working and behaving - as a passionately global and genuinely collaborative firm
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via Indeed schedule_type: Full-time
At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. Like no other firm and few other businesses. With more than 6,000 locally admitted lawyers and more than 5,800 business service professionals in 78 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level... Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. Like no other firm and few other businesses. With more than 6,000 locally admitted lawyers and more than 5,800 business service professionals in 78 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level... Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm and a distinctive way of thinking, working and behaving - as a passionately global and genuinely collaborative firm.

We seek an Associate Attorney with three to four years of IP Litigation experience to join our North American Intellectual Property team. Ideal candidates will have experience in trade remedies, including antidumping and countervailing duties before the US Commerce Department or the US International Trade Commission, and/or IP and unfair competition litigation, including motion practice. Candidates should also be experienced with document production and e-discovery, and case management experience (liaising with clients, interacting with opposing counsel, taking and defending depositions, etc.)

Candidates must possess top academic credentials, strong analytical ability, and excellent communication and writing skills. We seek candidates that have the ability to function smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members, and to work well with in-house counsel. It is essential that candidates be admitted to and a member in good standing of a U.S. State Bar; D.C. license preferred as our Washington, D.C. office is the ideal location for this role.

Please include a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and writing sample with your application
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via Salary.com schedule_type: Full-time
The New Business Intake Coordinator will assist in providing an efficient and effective service to Firm Partners and offices in opening new and existing client registrations and matters; guide Partners to ensure compliance with ethical and legal duties to avoid conflicts of interest and in meeting professional responsibility obligations. Responsibilities... • Provide all aspects of support to the Firm, its Partners, and offices about the New Business The New Business Intake Coordinator will assist in providing an efficient and effective service to Firm Partners and offices in opening new and existing client registrations and matters; guide Partners to ensure compliance with ethical and legal duties to avoid conflicts of interest and in meeting professional responsibility obligations.

Responsibilities...
• Provide all aspects of support to the Firm, its Partners, and offices about the New Business Intake (NBI) process
• Diligently review new client and new matter information submitted via the Firm’s intake system; assist with identification of possible conflicts of interest; verify that our Standard Terms of Engagement are in place with the client; ensure compliance with Firm policies and procedures; and confirm that all client/matter information in the Firm’s central records is accurate
• Conduct online investigation of prospective clients using online databases (such as Pacer, Lexis Nexis, etc.), business intelligence databases (D&B, Hoovers), Government Watch Lists (World-Check), and public domain searches (Google, etc.) to facilitate the identification of high risk and negative findings, which must be communicated to NBI Management and the Risk and Compliance team
• Make sound and educated decisions regarding the existence and validity of possible conflicts of interest and clearance of identified conflicts of interest through liaison with Firm Partners and offices
• Review Engagement or Assignment Letters for compliance with Firm and departmental guidelines and policies
• Ensure Standard Terms of Engagement are applied to all client engagements and, where applicable, ensure exceptions to Standard Terms of Engagement have been approved by the EC-Sub Committee, and are tracked and recorded accordingly
• Engage and collaborate with team members through the presentation of ideas and recommendations regarding best practice, continuous improvement, departmental processes, policies, and procedures
• Provide support and assistance on important team projects and initiatives, when required

Experience Required
• Bachelor's degree required
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and online research tools
• Ability to make effective, accurate decisions, judgement, calls, and reliable recommendations with support from team members and Management, where necessary
• Professionalism and the ability to influence in a positive manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive customer service-oriented attitude
• Ability to engage and collaborate with team members locally and across other Centers
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure, manage workloads, meet deadlines, and prioritize efficiently
• Ability to leverage consultant resources and utilize information appropriately
• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Ability to contribute ideas for process improvements and adapt easily to procedural changes
• Excellent written and oral communication skills demonstrated in interactions with all colleagues throughout the Firm as well as Partners and Management
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via Salary.com schedule_type: Full-time
The Office Administrator will ensure office functions and business professionals are aligned to deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients consistently with Firm standards and objectives; lead and manage office operations and procedures and ensure smooth day-to-day functioning focusing on efficiency and time management; be responsible for developing internal office communication... protocols, streamlining administrative procedures The Office Administrator will ensure office functions and business professionals are aligned to deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients consistently with Firm standards and objectives; lead and manage office operations and procedures and ensure smooth day-to-day functioning focusing on efficiency and time management; be responsible for developing internal office communication... protocols, streamlining administrative procedures (secretarial and facilities), office business services professionals supervision, and task delegation.

Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Office Secretarial Supervisor, United States Facilities Manager, and OMP to implement Firm strategies, processes, policies, guidelines, and reporting to support efficient, high-quality services in the office; ensure that suitable office space is provided to maximize productivity for all employees
• Lead all In-Market Operations and Administration employees
• Manage and assist the Facilities lead in office space planning, maintenance, and renovations as necessary, and serve as point of contact with office landlords; liaise with the facilities team and relevant vendors on office lease requirements
• Organize and/or manage (in conjunction with facilities and other teams) key office meetings (partner meetings, practice group and office retreats, committee meetings, etc.) and internal and external events and gatherings; responsible for managing/coordinating all office administration tasks such as catering, reception, and cleaning services
• Ensure, in cooperation with the Facilities lead, best-in-class facilities (and facilities management) that effectively represent the brand and our standing in the market; supervise with the Facilities lead all office administration, hospitality reception and cleaning services
• Work closely with ROO and NAO Secretarial Manager to ensure efficient delivery of secretarial support, with target to meet secretarial ratios set by the Firm; adopt common processes
• Supervise the office secretarial supervisor to ensure workflow, performance, and training of legal secretaries meets the needs of our internal and external clients
• In consultation with the office secretarial supervisor, determine optimal secretarial staffing assignments manage utilization, and monitor workloads
• Manage the annual performance evaluation and compensation processes for secretaries in collaboration with the Human Resource Manager, Office Secretarial Supervisor, and NAO Secretarial Manager
• Establish a working relationship with OMP and Finance Business Partners to support their daily office requirements and budget management; work closely with OMP, and regional functional leaders to ensure services are delivered effectively and local practice group needs are being met
• Create and maintain a pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organizational effectiveness and communication and instilling a high-performance culture
• Manage relationships with strategic partners, leasing companies, vendors, facilities managers, and suppliers
• Monitor key metrics such as engagement, strategic goal accomplishments, effective vendor management, service expenses, and compliance
• Engage with Office Services representatives to ensure collection of data on mandatory office supplies is ongoing and ensure procurement is managed effectively
• Network with peers to represent the Firm in a positive manner and communicate local market conditions and developments (competitor strategy, lateral moves, industry trends) to leadership
• Other duties as assigned to deliver North America Office and Firm strategy and operational effectiveness to the Washington D.C. office

Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in business administration, finance, human resources, or a related field. MBA is not required, but a plus
• Strong relevant experience with office management and administration, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, managing partners, and functional in-market business partners to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, be comfortable working in large, complex environments, highly credible and persuasive
• Ability to engage with key external stakeholders, brokers, and vendors
• Highly disciplined approach to executing strategies and programs to achieve Firm operational objectives
• Well-developed and sophisticated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate and build trust with partners and business professionals at all levels
• Strong ability to readily comprehend business objectives, lead, motivate, and mentor other professionals, including diligently addressing performance concerns
• Organized, detail-oriented individual with strong project management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities in a time-sensitive environment
• High level of discretion, diplomacy, and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality
• Strong entrepreneurial skills and business focused mindset to effectively drive operations in a diverse and multicultural environment
• Proven track record of strong budgeting experience and financial skills to effectively manage office operational and administrative costs
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via Salary.com posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Executive Assistant (Admin and I/C) will provide Executive Assistant and administrative secretarial support, as required. Responsibilities... • Responsible for reducing document production and administrative tasks from an attorney. Proactively taking ownership and responsibility for tasks and assignments • Provide administrative assistance, such as writing and editing e-mails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the attorney's The Executive Assistant (Admin and I/C) will provide Executive Assistant and administrative secretarial support, as required.

Responsibilities...
• Responsible for reducing document production and administrative tasks from an attorney. Proactively taking ownership and responsibility for tasks and assignments
• Provide administrative assistance, such as writing and editing e-mails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the attorney's behalf
• Minor accounting dues (i.e., liaise with Accounting to review and process monthly bills before submitting them to an attorney for review)
• Proactively manage the attorney's calendar on a day-to-day basis, including making appointments and prioritizing sensitive matters, resolving any calendaring/scheduling conflicts, and regularly communicating to ensure that the attorney is aware of changing priorities and commitments
• Organize meetings on behalf of the attorney, including scheduling and sending reminders
• Manage and coordinate all aspects of the attorney's external and internal meetings, events, and travel, producing detailed itineraries and providing meeting materials in advance and where necessary, attending meetings as required. Process expense reimbursements
• Liaise with Office Services/Reception and others to ensure the seamless delivery of meetings that are in person and on-site
• Internal and external liaison on the attorney's behalf, making decisions and using judgement as appropriate
• Acting as a gatekeeper/dealing with all internal and external calls on the attorney's behalf
• Monitor and respond to and action incoming emails/communications on behalf of the attorneys. Organize and prioritize large volumes of information (i.e., emails, phone calls, etc)
• Draft email correspondence/communications and liaise with the internal communications team/other key stakeholder groups relevant to the role
• Respond or direct to the appropriate person general queries from within the Firm
• Utilize Services (i.e., Document Services, Overflow Assistance, etc.) when and where appropriate
• Manage highly confidential/sensitive and non-routine information
• Works with little to no supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience:
• Good experience working in a legal sector or other professional services environment
• Proficiency gained through job-related training and work experience
• Strong technical capabilities across MSOffice Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Teams)
• Strong diary/calendar management skills
• Strong document management skills
• Ability to problem solve based on standard ways of operating
• Ability to manage competing tasks and demands
• Proactively seek to upskill
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; a team player
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Work requires continual attention to detail in completing assignments
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