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Kirkland & Ellis · 3 weeks ago

Benefits, Compensation & Talent Systems Coordinator

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$72K/yr - $81K/yr

3+ years exp

Kirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and innovative solutions. The Benefits, Compensation & Talent Systems Coordinator will support the Firm’s Benefits, Wellbeing, Compensation, and HR Operations teams, ensuring effective communication, managing wellbeing programs, and providing administrative support.

Financial ServicesLaw EnforcementLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Draft, edit, and format communications and presentations; assist with invoice routing, budget monitoring, and departmental coordination across internal and external partners

Build strong relationships across the Firm while delivering responsive support to attorneys and staff, backed by growing expertise in the Firm’s health, retirement, and wellbeing programs

Track and organize workstreams, monitor deliverables, and ensure timelines, reporting, and documentation remain accurate and complete

Manage registration tools, surveys, and attendance reports; coordinate logistics for on-site, off-site, and virtual wellbeing events; and support occasional early-morning, evening, or off-site activities

Maintain the Firm’s intranet pages related to benefits and wellbeing, ensuring resources are accurate, current, and easily accessible

Manage complex calendars, prioritize scheduling, prepare meeting materials, complete expense reports, and provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director

Qualification

Microsoft TeamsPeopleSoftHR OperationsBenefits ManagementAnalytical AbilitiesService OrientationVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

3+ years of experience in health and welfare benefits, human resources (HR) operations, or a related HR function preferred

Required to have fluent proficiency in usage of Microsoft Teams

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong service orientation

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail

Strong analytical abilities, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to addressing needs

Preferred

PeopleSoft (strongly preferred) or other Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS)

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

Retirement

Personal support

Tailored learning and development opportunities

Company

Kirkland & Ellis

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Kirkland & Ellis is a law firm that offers a wide range of legal assistance in labor, government, and intellectual property litigation.

Founded in 1909

Chicago, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.kirkland.com/

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