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Sidley Austin LLP · 4 hours ago

Financial Terms Management Associate Analyst

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

Sidley Austin LLP is a leading law firm, and they are seeking a Financial Terms Management Associate Analyst to provide operational and administrative support to their Financial Terms Management team. This entry-level position involves managing request intake processes, supporting documentation practices, and assisting with system configuration and process improvements.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage the central Financial Terms Management mailbox, serving as the first point of contact for incoming requests and transitions. Review and organize incoming messages; categorize requests by type

Enter and track each request in Smartsheet-based work management trackers, assigning ownership, categorizing by request type, and setting the initial workflow stage in collaboration with team leadership

Route or escalate complex or ambiguous requests to team leadership for review, direction, or prioritization as appropriate

Monitor request status, follow up on outstanding items, and support end-to-end visibility for intake activities

Support the organization and retention of documents in NetDocs in accordance with firm and team policies

Assist in documenting financial terms in both systems and supporting materials, ensuring information is recorded accurately and consistently, as directed

Assist in maintaining validation lists and centralized financial terms configurations

Support system testing activities related to workflow changes, new feature rollouts, or financial term enhancements, as directed by team leadership

Participate in data cleanup and integrity checks to support the accuracy and reliability of financial terms data

Support team leadership in identifying and evaluating process improvements and automation opportunities by providing observations, feedback, and relevant data from daily activities

Assist team leadership with the documentation of current workflows, procedures, and training materials to inform process reviews and updates

Provide input and logistical support to team leadership on special projects focused on technology enhancements, process improvements, and workflow optimization

Provide general support to assist the team with other business process activities and priorities as needed

Qualification

Microsoft ExcelSmartsheetAnalytical skillsInterpersonal communicationOrganizational skillsManage multiple projectsLegal environmentsAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsConfidentialityWork under pressure

Required

Bachelor's degree

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good judgment

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

Able to work under pressure

Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Preferred

Experience in an administrative, operational, or finance-related role

Experience with Smartsheet, Intapp, 3E, or similar workflow and financial systems

Familiarity with legal or professional services environments

Benefits

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Company

Sidley Austin LLP

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Sidley is an elite global law firm.

Founded in 1866

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.sidley.com

H1B Sponsorship

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