About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development. As one of the world's leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don't just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With 6,500 employees (including more than 3,500 lawyers) operating from 21 offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer. Essential Job Functions The Administrative Assistant provides support to managers and the Practice Assistant department. This position requires a professional, organized self-starter with great customer service skills and outstanding oral and written communication skills. Attention to detail, the ability to adapt to technology and emerging software, and commitment to department and organizational goals is necessary within our fast-paced legal environment. Additional essential functionsinclude, but are not limited to those set forth below: Perform administrative activities which may be highly confidential and sensitive, and require discretion and diplomacy Updating schedules and reviewing absences in PeopleSoft Processing expense reports; scheduling meetings; researching and compiling department statistics Organizing and converting this data into charts and graphs for presentations and memos Compiling data utilized for staffing decisions; tracking and monitoring department overtime; and assisting with other projects as assigned Qualifications & Requirements High School Diploma 3+ years of experience in a legal or financial services organization Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities is a must Ability to work and collaborate with people at all levels A detail-oriented professional who demonstrates accuracy, upholds the highest standards of professionalism, and takes full accountability for their work Have excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, time management, and planning skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing Must be self-starter, proactive, organized, and have the ability to exercise independent judgement and utilize critical thinking Kirkland Ellis is a highly collaborative and collegiate environment where each contributing member is expected to excel in communication, initiative, building relationships, client focus, agility, business insight, and influencing outcomes. How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Closing Statement The job postings and recruiting mailbox are for candidates only. If you are a recruiter, search firm or employment agency, and do not have a signed contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP ("K&E") and have not been asked specifically to submit candidates, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if K&E hires the candidate. Direct contact with K&E employees in an attempt to present candidates is inappropriate and will be a factor in determining any future professional relationship with the Firm. #LI-Hybrid #LI-NM1
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Kirkland & Ellis | Administrative Assistant | chicago, il