Project Assistant - New York
Project Assistant - New York
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Job Description
Summary
Sidley is seeking Project Assistants to join our New York office. The Project Assistant is an entrylevel position that supports Attorneys and Paralegals in certain practice groups and involves contact with Attorneys Paralegals members of the Paralegal Department and other professional staff. The role is designed to give individuals who are interested in attending law school the experience of working in a law firm. For candidates who have not yet decided if they will attend law school it provides an opportunity to explore train for and develop a career as a paraprofessional in a large law firm.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsibilities consist of a variety of billable and nonbillable tasks including but not limited to organizing electronic and paper files performing nonlegal research using a variety of research tools maintaining the integrity of client files and data and assisting Attorneys and Paralegals with practicespecific projects.
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors including but not limited to the relevant market skills experience and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley/Benefits.
Target Salary Range
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation please email (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education Requirements:
- Bachelors degree
Other Requirements Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
- Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with Firm software (e.g. Outlook WordExcel) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools
- Excellent analytical troubleshooting and problem solving skills
- Selfstarter who shows ownership and commitment to the position
- Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with others and as part of a team
- Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
- Ability to assume progressive responsibilities within assigned work as experience isgained in the position
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to work well under pressure and under tight deadlines
- Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fastpaced environment
- Ability to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Ability to proofread accurately
- Ability to follow Firm and Department prescribed policies and procedures
- Log a minimum of 1650 billable hours annually
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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