Employment & Compensation Junior Paralegal / Project Assistant

Job Description

About the position

The Employment & Compensation Junior Paralegal / Project Assistant will support the Director of Legal Services and Associate Director, Legal Services by executing client billable paralegal and project assistant assignments from the Employment & Compensation (E&C) practice. This role involves related administrative support activities and assisting with the delivery of projects to various Baker McKenzie offices globally.

Responsibilities
• Discharging client assignments as defined by the E&C partners and associates, focusing on employment-based immigration and global equity compensation filings.
• Assisting with editing and maintenance of billable and complimentary knowledge management tools published by the E&C group.
• Assisting with project management of large matters, such as multi-jurisdictional surveys.
• Conducting billable projects, working individually or with teams.
• Compiling data or other research for preparation of employment-based filings or other projects.
• Communicating with the instructing team, other internal Baker McKenzie teams, and relevant third parties throughout the duration of billable projects.
• Investigating, compiling, and digesting facts of the case.
• Drafting appropriate forms/filings regarding client matters.
• Ensuring compliance with Firm time recording requirements on projects.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong experience in US and/or Global Employment and Compensation field, with law firm experience preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the Firm.
• Knowledge of relevant IT packages, such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, and extranet administration.
• Experience with document review platforms, such as Relativity, Ringtail, Clearwell, etc.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Demonstrated high degree of responsibility and dedication.
• Ability to command the respect of colleagues.

Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for your continued education and professional development.
• Profit Sharing: Share in the company’s success with our profit-sharing program.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a minimum of 20 days of PTO in your first year of employment.
• 401(k) Plan: Automatic enrollment with a firm contribution rate of 5%. You are 100% vested from day one, with a 50% firm match up to 5%.
• Paid Monthly Parking: Up to \$100 per month to cover your parking expenses.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance to help you manage and repay your student loans.
• Adoption Assistance Program: Financial support for employees expanding their families through adoption.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn \$2k bonus for referring qualified candidates to join our team.
• BAgile Program: Enjoy a hybrid schedule that allows you to work from home 2 days a week, in the office 2 days a week, with 1 flex day.