Kirkland & Ellis · 2 days ago
Senior Risk Management Systems Specialist
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$134K/yr - $161K/yr
5+ years expKirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and innovative solutions. The Senior Risk Management Systems Specialist will enhance systems, strengthen data governance, and support high-impact initiatives within the Risk Management department, acting as a key connector between business users and technical teams.
Financial ServicesLaw EnforcementLegal
Responsibilities
System Testing & Quality Assurance: Act as the primary tester for Risk Management system upgrades and projects, applying subject matter expertise to ensure functionality, accuracy, and reliability
Issue Resolution: Investigate, isolate, and resolve production issues across key Risk Management systems to maintain operational continuity
Requirements Gathering: Collect, analyze, and document business requirements for system enhancements, updates, and alignments driven by process changes or new technology
Business & Technology Liaison: Serve as a bridge between business users and the Risk Systems team to ensure data-related requirements are clearly defined, communicated, and prioritized
Process & Solution Alignment: Align people, processes, and technology to deliver high-quality, sustainable technical solutions
Data Governance & Integrity: Lead efforts to maintain accurate and complete client and matter data in support of strategic, functional, and firmwide data initiatives
Technology Optimization: Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across Risk Management through improved use of technology
Special Projects: Contribute to additional projects and initiatives as assigned in support of departmental and firm objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Five or more years of experience in business intake and conflicts or related Risk Management functions
Proven experience as a business analyst, quality assurance tester, or in a similar systems-focused role
Strong understanding of Risk Management processes, including business intake and conflicts, and how systems support those workflows
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including Risk Systems, Information Technology (IT), and Business Intake and Conflicts (BIC) Training & Development stakeholders
Skilled at identifying issues, evaluating options, and delivering practical, forward-thinking solutions
Willingness to adjust hours as needed to meet department goals and support urgent, sensitive matters with professionalism and confidentiality
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare
Paid time off
Retirement
Personal support
Tailored learning and development opportunities
Company
Kirkland & Ellis
Kirkland & Ellis is a law firm that offers a wide range of legal assistance in labor, government, and intellectual property litigation.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Member of Executive Committee, Partner
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Partner
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