Junior Paralegal

The Employment & Compensation Junior Paralegal / Project Assistant will support the Director of Legal Services and Associate Director, Legal Services with the execution of client billable paralegal and project assistant assignments from the Employment & Compensation (E&C) practice and related administrative support activities, and assist with the delivery of projects to the various Baker McKenzie offices around the globe.

Responsibilities:

• Discharging client assignments as defined by the E&C partners and associates, with a focus on assignments involving employment based immigration and global equity compensation filings
• Assist with editing and maintenance of billable and complimentary knowledge management tools published by E&C group
• Assist with project management of large matters (e.g. multi-jurisdictional surveys)
• Conducting billable projects, working individually or with teams
• Compile 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 (where appropriate) throughout the duration of billable projects
• Investigate, compile and digest facts of the case
• Draft appropriate forms/filings regarding client matters
• Ensuring own compliance with Firm time recording requirements on projects

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• Strong experience in US and/or Global Employment and Compensation field, with law firm experience preferred
• Must have exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
• Must be able 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 of document review platforms, such as Relativity, Ringtail, Clearwell etc.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Must demonstrate high degree of responsibility and dedication
• Ability to command the respect of colleagues

In addition to standard medical, dental, and vision plans, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for your continued education and professional development.
• Profit Sharing: Share in the company's success with our profit-sharing program.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a minimum of 20 days of PTO in your first year of employment.
• 401(k) Plan: Automatic enrollment with a firm contribution rate of 5%. You are 100% vested from day one, with a 50% firm match up to 5%.
• Paid Monthly Parking: Up to $100 per month to cover your parking expenses.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance to help you manage and repay your student loans.
• Adoption Assistance Program: Financial support for employees expanding their families through adoption.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn $2k bonus for referring qualified candidates to join our team.

BAgile Program: Enjoy a hybrid schedule that allows you to work from home 2 days a week, in the office 2 days a week, with 1 flex day.