Client Engagement Terms Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a Client Engagement Terms Analyst to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York office (hybrid).

Responsibilities

• Analyzes documents and data, interprets results, summarizes findings and presents to partners and management for effective decision making.
• Reviews and analyzes OCG and other client engagement terms such as master retention agreements, to identify relevant issues of concern to the Firm and draft internal and external facing responses related thereto.
• Reviews and analyzes DDQ and RFP, managing the collection of cross-functional information, and drafting internal and external facing responses relating thereto.
• Serves as resource and a central point of contact regarding OCG and DDQ/RFP related content.
• Updates departmental documentation relating to OCG and DDQ/RFP analysis.
• Reviews documentation and creates database records summarizing OCG-related terms; performs ongoing maintenance of related database, including escalation of outstanding records.
• Liaises with various Firm personnel and administrative departments as necessary to complete assignments; maintains multiple touchpoints with the Client Accounting department to facilitate seamless coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of three years law firm/industry experience
• Excellent close-reading, analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills
• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to synthesize, interpret and summarize information in a clear, concise manner
• Uses discretion, handles sensitive matters, maintains confidentiality and exercises independent and sound judgment
• Reads, interprets and follows instructions
• Prioritizes work and meets deadlines
• Displays effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Works well independently as well as effectively through collaboration within a team
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to synthesize, interpret and summarize information in a clear, concise manner
• Uses discretion, handles sensitive matters, maintains confidentiality and exercises independent and sound judgment
• Reads, interprets and follows instructions
• Prioritizes work and meets deadlines
• Displays effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Works well independently as well as effectively through collaboration within a team
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Skills

• Close-reading, analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills
• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to synthesize, interpret and summarize information in a clear, concise manner
• Uses discretion, handles sensitive matters, maintains confidentiality and exercises independent and sound judgment
• Reads, interprets and follows instructions
• Prioritizes work and meets deadlines
• Displays effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Works well independently as well as effectively through collaboration within a team
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Benefits

The benefits offered by Skadden include:

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Paid leave options, including parental
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities
• Robust well-being classes and programs
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities

Pay

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Schedule

The Client Engagement Terms Analyst position is based in our New York office (hybrid).