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In-House
Legal Staff
Min 2 yrs required
Associate - Outside Counsel Engagement Team The candidate will work with other Operations teams (i.e. Legal Third Party Oversight, Legal Billing, Procurement and Legal Data) on refining procedures, policies, and documents that improve outside counsel engagement. Maintain law firm and outside counsel information in the relevant database (i.e. Sharepoint). Assist OCVM team with the sourcing of new law firms and responding to attorney requests for new counsel. Research relevant legal market and diversity information and analysis to aid in the achievement of strategic objectives and goals. Assist with arranging and scheduling outside counsel engagement meetings with key internal and external stakeholders - create relationship meeting materials. Assist with the distribution of communications to outside counsel. Assist with the creation and development of high-quality presentations, as needed. Assist the OCVM team in negotiating law firm rates and volume discounts. Analyze, track, and maintain pertinent information relating to all law firm pricing. Assist in building reports and analysis to determine appropriate rate structures. Oversee the tracking of Internal and External Counsel Requests. Oversee OCE database(s) management.
Qualification and Experience
The candidate should have a background in finance, legal operations, paralegal work or project management. High proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and the ability to quickly learn and utilize additional software and systems. BA in business, finance or qualification in a related field. BA or BS is required. Should have 2 years in client services oriented functions. Must successfully complete a conflict of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment. Familiarity with the financial services industry and/or the legal industry is highly preferable. Strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail, timing, deadlines and organization. Knowledge of legal industry and business acumen; apply sound judgment and discretion with respect to confidential and sensitive information. Ability to work independently and with teams, creatively and proactively. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage effectively with all levels of personnel in a collaborative manner. Proven organizational skills and ability to execute with urgency, timeliness and excellence.
Job Identification: 210171378.
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