Corporate Practice Assistant

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Corporate Practice Assistant (San Francisco) - Kirkland & Ellis LLP

H1: Join Our Team as a Corporate Practice Assistant in San Francisco
H2: Work with a Leading Law Firm and Dynamic Team

Are you a highly motivated and organized individual with a strong customer service orientation? Do you have experience in secretarial or administrative work? If so, Kirkland & Ellis LLP is looking for you to join our team as a Corporate Practice Assistant in our San Francisco office.

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, our core values of collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect and gratitude drive us forward. We invest in the brightest talent and encourage diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development every day.

As one of the world’s leading law firms, we handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters. Our market-leading practices include private equity, M&A, investment fund formation, restructurings, high-stakes litigation, and government and regulatory investigations. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement, creating long-standing relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With 6,500 employees (including 3,500 lawyers) across 20 offices worldwide, we are a top financial performer and a top choice for clients.

Job Responsibilities

As a Corporate Practice Assistant, you will provide essential support to our San Francisco office. Your duties will include:

- Creating, revising, and formatting legal documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using the Firm's software
- Answering phones, managing calendars, and making travel arrangements for attorneys
- Conducting internet research as directed by attorneys
- Interacting with various departments within the Firm to facilitate legal support for assignments and clients
- Maintaining paper and electronic files in compliance with Firm policies
- Providing assistance to other Practice Assistants within assigned teams
- Exhibiting professionalism and adhering to all Firm policies

Qualifications and Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must be able to work independently and have a proactive work ethic. You should also possess the following qualifications and skills:

- 2+ years of legal secretarial or relevant work experience
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Adobe Acrobat DC, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure
- Flexibility for overtime and ability to work in a team-oriented environment

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please click "Apply Now" to complete an application and submit your resume. For Bay Area applicants, visit the following link for pay range information: .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to 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 any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Closing Statement

Please note that our job postings and recruiting mailbox are for candidates only. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency and do not have a signed contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP, you will not be compensated for any candidate referrals. Direct contact with our employees in an attempt to present candidates is inappropriate and will affect any future professional relationship with the Firm. #LI-Hybrid #LI-LW2

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Secretarial, administrative, written and oral communication, customer service, attention to detail, time management, multitasking, Microsoft Word, document formatting, transcription, proofreading, legal research, file management, teamwork, professionalism, confidentiality.

High school diploma or equivalent

To apply, click "Apply Now" on the company's website.

Qualification and Experience High school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years of legal secretarial or relevant work experience.

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