About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development.

As one of the world's leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don't just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With 6,500 employees (including 3,500 lawyers) operating from 20 offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.

Essential Job Functions

The New York office is looking for a Paralegal Program Coordinator to join support the Practice Services Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

1. Time & Attendance

• Track & monitor attendance; review and approve time off requests in PeopleSoft
• Monitor Carpe Diem/billing entries regularly
• Compare Carpe Diem and paralegal timesheets to review and approve overtime requests
• Prepare regular reports relating to hours worked, attendance, etc.
• Monitor PeopleSoft timesheets for paralegals and junior paralegals
• Support paralegals managing large teams to monitor and approve staff time
• Review and process contract (temporary) paralegal and attorney time
• Assist Paralegals and junior paralegals in managing their own attendance information in PeopleSoft (balancing and approving timecards) and overtime requests
• Review and distribute monthly billable hours report to department work coordinators

1. Review Process

• Maintain Paralegal Program Excel workbook of information related to annual reviews
• Provide support for the Paralegal Review Committee and the annual review process
• Prepare paralegal and junior paralegal performance-related reports as needed
• Manage Paralegal Review system; monitor and track reviews, evaluations; follow-up as needed
• Process/compile paralegal and junior paralegal reviews; prepare junior paralegal administrative reviews and first draft paralegal administrative reviews as needed
• Coordinate paralegal and junior paralegal review meeting schedules

1. Staffing

• Track assignments and monitor use of work stations, file rooms and work spaces
• Assist with coordinating short term paralegal and junior paralegal assignments
• Provide backup support to work coordinators; staff assignments accordingly

1. Administration

• Answer phones and respond to paralegal and junior paralegal inquiries and requests
• Maintain Paralegal Program Excel data workbook; update reference binders (headcount, attrition, billing data, home contact, etc.)
• Act as a primary contact for vendors; maintain current vendor list

1. Orientation and Training

• Handle paralegal and junior paralegal new hire coordination efforts
• Prepare paralegal and junior paralegal new hire orientation materials/resource guide
• Meet K&E new hires during orientation to introduce the Paralegal Program
• Provide logistical support for Paralegal Program training programs; prepare training invitations and monitor attendance
• Support preparation and maintenance of Paralegal Program training materials

1. Miscellaneous

• Walk floors to develop and maintain work relationships with paralegal and junior paralegal teams
• Arrange for notary services; track paralegal and junior paralegal notary status
• Assist with office move logistics; track information and update related documents

OTHER FUNCTIONS (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

• Other duties and projects as assigned by Paralegal Program Manager

Qualifications & Requirements

Education, Work Experience, Skills

• Relevant experience in a mid to large size law firm, professional service firm, or a corporate or financial services organization is preferred.
• Candidates must possess in-depth knowledge of paralegal support services and processes in a law firm or corporate/financial environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the proven ability to interact effectively with attorneys, staff and clients is critical.
• Candidates must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills, and be able to work efficiently and prioritize assignments.
• Candidates must be responsive to requests, follow-up and be able to provide excellent customer service in a professional, respectful and positive manner.
• Candidates must be able to take initiative, work independently and make sound business decisions.

Technologies/Software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."

For applicants who are based in New York City, visit the following link for pay range information: http://staffjobsus.kirkland.com/pages/ jobid7689

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