Assistant, Partner Development

Job Summary & Objectives

The Assistant, Partner Development is responsible for providing administrative and office support functions to the Director, Partner Development & Administration by maintaining records and files; processing reimbursements and invoices; and liaising with various departments. The Assistant, Partner Development will also assist with new partner orientation and celebrations, the performance review process,  and the year-end compensation process.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain updated office files, databases, confidential records, forms or other related information for the department verifying data for accuracy and completeness; other general administrative duties.

• Provide administrative support for partner requests including but not limited to employment verification requests, LOAs, etc.

• Assist with processing Chrome River expenses for reimbursement, including but not limited to bar association membership dues, health club membership invoices, practice group dinners, etc.

• Maintain and audit tracking documents for expenses to ensure requests are within the confines of the policy and ensure reimbursements are being properly disbursed in accordance with the policy.

• Assist with annual review and performance process for partners semi-annually.

• Send life event gifts to lawyers for births, weddings and condolences.

• Provide broader Legal Talent team with assistance during peak periods, including our new partner orientation and partner elevation celebrations at year-end.

• Assist with the year-end compensation process; liaising with Payroll and the Workday Support Group to audit for accuracy, salary and bonus payouts; assist with communications to partners and group/office heads, as well as supporting the Partner Development Committee as needed.

• Assist with regular reporting requirements to support the Legal Talent team, as needed.

• Assist Legal Talent administrative function seasonally, as needed.

• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Skills and Experience

• At least 2 years of relevant, equivalent experience

• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel; familiarity with MS Outlook Suite

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task projects in a high pressure environment

• Client-focused with the ability to provide customer service in a professional manner

• Ability to use confidentiality and discretion in relaying information

Salary Information

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