Practice Group Support Assistant - Structured Transactions - Temporary

Morgan Lewis • New York, NY

87d • $57,900 - $92,550

About The Position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Temporary Practice Group Support Assistant. This temporary position will report to the Manager of Legal Practice Support and will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative and production support to the Structured Transactions practice group in an environment where superior client service is emphasized and practiced. Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements. This temporary position will reside in our New York office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility to work overtime is required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred), plus 1-3 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience working on SEC filings strongly preferred.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with EDGARWiz, EDGAR Filings PROfile/Transform is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assists with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings such as Form ID, Section 16, ABS-15G, 424b5, 8-K, 10-D, 10-K, SF-3 shelf filings and registration statements.
• Assists with the conversion of documents to EDGAR-compliant format using specialized software to generate proofs that are able to be uploaded and filed with the SEC.
• Assists PG SEC Filings Coordinators with EDGAR Next enrollment processes.
• Monitors updates to SEC rules and policies (such as regulatory changes), and may act as a liaison with the SEC when issues occur.
• Assists Manager of Legal Practice Support on special projects relating to the Structured Transactions practice group.
• Establishes, organizes and maintains client files.
• Manages matter and client information manually and digitally through the use of electronic databases.
• Assists with the gathering of information, materials, documents and reports.
• Distributes draft documents to attorneys, legal and professional staff, and clients.
• Provides assistance with legal support when needed, including but not limited to, assisting with the compilation, drafting, proofreading, editing and gathering of factual support.
• Provides administrative support when needed, including, but not limited to, document production, conflicts checks for new matters and expense forms/paperwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility
• various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees