Coordinator, Inclusion and Engagement (Chicago)
hace 2 días
Chicago
ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with a fearless reputation and global reach, high-level problem solvers in litigation, government controversies, investigations, regulatory challenges, and complex corporate transactions. With offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the firm represents a wide range of clients, counseling Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, major nonprofits, top universities, private equity investors, and Native American tribes. Consistently recognized as a firm that stands up for its values with its commitment to justice and community service, Jenner has been named the No. 1 pro bono firm 13 times in the United States by The American Lawyer. POSITION SUMMARY Jenner & Block is looking for a dynamic and creative team player who loves solving problems, getting things done, and helping advance our industry-leading Inclusion & Engagement (IE) work. This individual will report to our Manager of Inclusion & Engagement and will have the opportunity to grow and develop under their mentorship. The Coordinator, Inclusion & Engagement will be an essential part of our IE team and will work closely with lawyers, professional staff, and the larger team. The role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong client service skills and excellent written and verbal communications skills. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and committed to our mission of building better, stronger, and more just workplaces and society. This role is a non-exempt position and can be based in any of the firm’s U.S. offices (Chicago, DC, LA, NY, SF) although Chicago is the preferred office location. The work schedule for this position is 8:45 am to 5:15 pm, with additional hours as needed. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Coordinate, support, and execute internal and external activities including events, workshops, trainings, meetings and programs (both in-person and virtual), • Provide support to the IE Committee and the firm’s affinity groups, • Coordinate, support and execute sponsorships with law school affinity groups, affinity bar associations, and professional and community organizations, • Collaborate with teams across the firm, including the Professional Development Team, the Recruiting Team and the Marketing Team to ensure IE is embedded wholistically throughout the operation of the firm, • Compile and draft content for newsletters, ads, and event recaps, • Maintain regular updates for intranet and the firm website’s IE pages, • Update and maintain departmental and intranet calendars, • Update calendar with all IE events and activities, • Work with vendors to select swag and maintain inventory database for giveaways, • Coordinate, support and execute other IE tasks, which vary widely in level of complexity QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS A professional with experience in managing administrative and programming efforts, and with an understanding of a law firm or professional services environment. Demonstrates the ability to deliver a high standard of work while maintaining a customer service focus. • A four-year bachelor’s degree is required, or equivalent work experience., • 2 years prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment (law firm experience preferred)., • A passion for Inclusion & Engagement initiatives and efforts is a must., • Superior interpersonal, written and communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively, professionally, courteously and confidently with all levels of firm personnel and staff., • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills., • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a team setting., • Ability to multi-task and meet competing deadlines., • Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality., • Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word) and Adobe Acrobat., • Experience using Zoom and Asana is a plus. Disclaimer Additional Duties This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs. Physical Requirements Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities. EEO Statement Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates. Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $65,000-$85,000 in Chicago. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.