Employment & Compensation Junior Paralegal / Project Assistant

Baker & McKenzie • Tampa, FL

404d • Remote

About The Position

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

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.

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.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Loan repayment program
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Adoption assistance
• Work from home
• Vision insurance
• Referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree