Legal Professional

1 month ago

Detroit, United States AlixPartners Full time

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, and remote working options for Monday and Friday.

LOCATION: Southfield, MI

What you'll do

In this important role on AlixPartners' Legal-Compliance-Risk team, the person's primary responsibilities will include reviewing, revising, and coordinating client engagement documents with members of the Engagement Letter Team and with the firm's clients and internal stakeholders. In addition, the person will partner with the legal Operations manager as the system matter expert on the Legal Team's contract management tool (Ironclad). The position requires strong writing, organization, and communication skills, as well as excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Known internally as a Legal Professional, the position is in Southfield, MI, reporting to the Managing Counsel, and will be a member of our Global Engagement Team within the Legal team. Paid relocation is not available.

* Monitor contracting management tool (Ironclad) and ticketing tool (ServiceNow) for incoming requests
* Assist the Legal Team respond to requests on a timely basis, including uploading documents to the software tool and reviewing documents for compliance with the firm's standards
* Coordinate running reports from the contracting software tool as needed or requested
* Within the contracting software tool, help review, revise, and coordinate global engagement documents such as confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, engagement letters, and non-reliance letters.
* Coordinate communication with and between our firm's clients, internal stakeholders, in-house counsel, outside professionals and service providers
* Assist the Legal Operations Manager in identifying and implementing new legal department tools to streamline new or existing practices, as well as managing design, rollout, and training for new systems.
* Assist the Legal Operations Manager with budget matters and optimizing workflows within the legal department
* Coordinate, track, and report on Risk Management Committee (RMC) activities and approvals; including preparing materials for monthly meetings, initiating requests for RMC approvals via email, scheduling ad hoc RMC calls and providing RMC support for the Chief Legal Officer and co-Chair of the RMC. Provide the above support for subcommittees of the RMC
* Respond quickly to requests for information, documents, policies, templates, instructions.
* Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.

What you'll need

* An Associate's degree or higher preferred with 2+ years of experience as a paralegal, in purchasing, contracting, or procurement, or other relevant business experience. Practical business experience and familiarity with consulting industry is a plus.
* Proficiency and willingness to work with technology related business tools is mandatory; the selected candidate will be expected to spend much of their time working with Contract Management Software (Ironclad), ticketing software (ServiceNow), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and working/communicating via e-mail (Outlook).
* Experience in implementing legal related technology systems or tools a plus.
* Demonstrated understanding of how to develop, implement, and enhance processes.
* Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills to meet deadlines and milestones for projects.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail with excellent proofreading skills.
* Ability to take direction and work effectively independently and within a matrix, team-oriented environment; ability to work with a variety of people across cultures and geographic locations, to deliver consistent and timely results.
* Ability to work effectively in high demand situations, including responding to urgent requests as needed while prioritizing multiple business objectives.
* Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills. Possess characteristics such as common sense, teamwork, diligence, integrity, professionalism, high level of good judgment, strong sense of accountability, proactive in resolving issues.
* Ability to handle and protect confidential, sensitive information.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to communicate detailed and complex information to others, at all levels.
* Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
* Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
* Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
* Must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No VISAs available for this position.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and mental wellness support. Employees will also receive a generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 5.67 hours per pay period, sick time up to 80 hours annually, parental leave, and twelve holidays.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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