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McDermott Will & Schulte · 1 week ago

HR Compensation Specialist (Legal Practice - Attorney Compensation)

New York

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$97K/yr - $161K/yr

McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that emphasizes collaboration and community among its professionals. The HR Compensation Specialist will assist in the administration and communication of compensation programs for attorneys, ensuring smooth operations and providing necessary data for decision-making.

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Responsibilities

Oversee, facilitate, and collaborate on all Attorney processes

Communicate the Attorney processes and policies to Management, Firm Leaders, and Attorneys including schedules, plans, announcements, reminders, templates, presentations, and FAQs

Maintain and develop the applications and tools used to manage and run the Attorney Processes

Provide Management, Firm Leaders, Compensation Committees, and Attorneys with data, documentation, and information required to make informed decisions

Oversee the production and reporting of aggregate and individual attorney data

Support and drive the implementation of process changes and decisions

Coordinate with the accounting Attorney Compensation team on providing Attorney financial metrics

Monitor and report on industry developments and trends in Attorney compensation in all relevant markets

Maintain annual documents, charts, presentations, and spreadsheets

Oversee event logistics related to attorney promotion and compensation processes

Qualification

Microsoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsProject managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsHandle confidential informationWork under tight deadlinesProblem-solving skillsCollaboration skillsAttention to detailWork in fast-paced environment

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)

Ability to handle and maintain confidential information

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong organization skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong project management and collaboration skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Generous compensation packages

Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Company

McDermott Will & Schulte

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McDermott Will & Emery is now McDermott Will & Schulte.

Founded in 1934

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.mwe.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Aroma Sharma

Partner

Brian Gordon

Partner

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