East Coast Transactional Paralegal Program Manager

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

East Coast Transactional Paralegal Program Manager

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a top-tier law firm and help manage a team of transactional paralegals? Kirkland & Ellis LLP is looking for an East Coast Transactional Paralegal Program Manager to oversee paralegals in the firm’s east coast offices. This position will work in close coordination with Firmwide Director of Transactional Paralegal Program and local leadership to support and develop consistent firmwide benchmarks and standards, the firm’s core values and business support pillars.

This is a great opportunity to join one of the world’s leading law firms and contribute to its success.

Job Summary

The East Coast Transactional Paralegal Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing transactional paralegals in the firm’s east coast offices. This position will work in close coordination with Firmwide Director of Transactional Paralegal Program and local leadership to support and develop consistent firmwide benchmarks and standards, the firm’s core values and business support pillars. The Manager monitors workloads, tracks billable hours and realization levels, compiles statistical reports including work assignments. The Manager develops individual performance plans, assists with the annual paralegal review process, and works with the firm’s recruiting team. The Manager will orient new paralegals, identify process improvements, lead, and develop project plans.

Essential Job Functions

The East Coast Transactional Paralegal Manager will be responsible for the following essential job functions:

Monitor paralegal hours including both billable and non-billable.
Prepare analysis reports on aspects of the Paralegal Program.
Assist with staffing paralegals and junior paralegals on matters across offices.
Provide oversight to regional paralegals and paralegal coordinator.
Assist with the management of the Paralegal Review system and process; monitor and track reviews, evaluations; follow-up as needed.
Coordinate recruiting efforts; collaborate with Transactional Paralegal Management to maintain hiring standards and procedures.
Assist with interview and paralegal hiring decisions.
Monitor and adjust staffing levels in conjunction with paralegal management teams and practice groups across offices.
Lead regular meetings of paralegals.
Collaborate with other practice support departments, to meet client needs effectively and efficiently.
Provide logistical support for Paralegal Program training programs.
Any other function/duties as assignment by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of experience working in the legal industry, professional service firm, or a corporate or financial service organization, in a management or practice development role and have a proven track record in effective management of staff. Undergraduate degree is required. The ideal candidate will have experience or familiarity in Transactional practice areas and have demonstrated excellent skill levels in:

Conflict Resolution- ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and work well in group problem solving situations.
Interpersonal Skills- ability to maintain confidentiality, give feedback, contribute to building a positive work environment while exhibiting sound and accurate judgment.
Team Building - ability to collaborate on special projects, participate in team-oriented environments and contribute creatively to development of the organization.

Technologies/Software

The ideal candidate must have advanced knowledge of standard office technology applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and working familiarity with legal databases, records management (LegalKey) and electronic discovery support tools.

Salary Information

For applicants who are based in New York City, visit the following link for pay range information:

How to Apply

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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.

Closing Statement

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East Coast Transactional Paralegal Program Manager

Kirkland

Conflict Resolution, Interpersonal Skills, Team Building, Microsoft Office Suite, Legal Databases, Records Management, Electronic Discovery Support Tools

Undergraduate Degree

Visit the following link for pay range information , To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."

Qualification and Experience Undergraduate Degree

Legal