Paralegal Program Coordinator

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Paralegal Program Coordinator (New York, NY)

Salary: Dependent on experience

Job ID: 7689

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: Mid to large size law firm or professional service firm preferred

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred

About Law Firm

At Law Firm, we are committed to excellence and driven to succeed. Our values of collaboration, empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude guide us in all that we do. We invest in top talent and embrace diverse perspectives to create dynamic teams that lead the industry. Our professionals are dedicated to meaningful work, continuous learning, and professional development.

Law Firm is one of the world's leading law firms, serving a diverse range of clients with top-tier practices in private equity, M&A, investment fund formation, restructuring, high-stakes litigation, and government investigations. We set the standard for legal excellence and bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement. With over 6,500 employees (including 3,500 lawyers) in 20 offices around the world, we are a top financial performer and have long-standing relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors.

Job Summary

Law Firm's New York office is seeking a Paralegal Program Coordinator to join our Practice Services Department. In this role, you will support the Paralegal Program Manager in various administrative tasks and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the department.

Essential Job Functions

- Track and monitor attendance, approve time off requests, and review and process contract paralegal and attorney time
- Maintain Paralegal Program Excel workbook and provide support for the annual review process
- Assist with coordinating short-term paralegal and junior paralegal assignments and monitor use of work spaces
- Answer phones and respond to inquiries, act as primary contact for vendors, and handle new hire coordination efforts
- Provide logistical support for training programs and maintain training materials
- Walk floors to build relationships with paralegal and junior paralegal teams and assist with office move logistics

Qualifications & Requirements

- Relevant experience in a mid to large size law firm, professional service firm, or corporate/financial organization preferred
- In-depth knowledge of paralegal support services and processes in a legal or corporate/financial environment
- Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize assignments
- Responsive, proactive, and able to provide excellent customer service in a professional manner
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Work Environment

This is a full-time position that operates in a professional office environment. Standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets will be used.

How to Apply

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, evaluation, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Closing Statement

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Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, vacation and sick time, professional development opportunities

None mentioned

Time management, data tracking, report preparation, excel, communication, customer service, organization, attention to detail, initiative, independent work, decision making, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

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Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience, in-depth knowledge of paralegal support services and processes, excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, ability to work independently and make sound decisions

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