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Our lawyers have wide experience in arbitration, banking, competition and trade, as well as corporate crime and corporate finance. We have strong practices in employment, energy, hospitality and leisure, insurance, intellectual property, litigation, mergers and acquisitions and have developed key teams in pensions, private equity, real estate, tax, and technology.

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DLA Piper

Global law firm located in more than 40 countries

You need advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills, 5 years of executive support experience, excellent communication, strong organization, time management, confidentiality, and the ability to work under pressure.

You will support partner practices, manage calendars, coordinate travel, handle client interactions, oversee billing, prepare reports, and ensure effective team collaboration.

Legal

Los Angeles

<div><div>DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let&rsquo;s see what we can achieve. Together.</div><div></div><div>
Summary</div><div>
Supporting multiple lawyers, the Legal Executive Assistant (LEA) proactively filters and attends to the day-to-day functions of a partner's practice so that they can focus on building and maintaining their practice. This role serves as a consultant for the partner, connecting departments, projects, and critical business information to the partner, ensuring meetings and materials are efficient and effective, and serving as a trusted partner to help deliver against the priorities of the practice and clients.</div><div></div><div>
Location</div><div>
This position can sit in our Los Angeles office and offers a hybrid work schedule working at least three days in the office.</div><div><br>
Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Completes and carries out major assignments and a broad variety of tasks in support of the partner's practice.</div></li><li><div>
Exercises judgment and delegates administrative tasks and document work as appropriate to other Legal Support Services team members (Legal Support Assistants and Legal Administrative Assistants) and firm resources. When delegating, maintains responsibility for and tracks all activities/tasks/projects to successful completion. Collaborates with peers to provide team support and coverage.</div></li><li><div>
Performs work that substantively and positively impacts the success of the partner's financial viability with client matters.</div></li><li><div>
Exercises discretion and professional judgment with confidential and sensitive matters.</div></li><li><div>
Plans, coordinates, and ensures attorney Outlook calendars are maintained; identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; coordinates complex travel itineraries.</div></li><li><div>
Works closely and proactively with attorneys to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, preparing materials in advance, and following up appropriately.</div></li><li><div>
Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a proactive, hands-on approach, including drafting letters or other correspondence, preparing reports, and other tasks that facilitate partner's ability to effectively build the practice.</div></li><li><div>
Handles extensive direct interaction with clients and outside business contacts.</div></li><li><div>
Prepares agendas, reports, and presentations; composes correspondence that is sometimes confidential.</div></li><li><div>
Develops and maintains professional relationships and ensures teams work together efficiently and effectively, providing clear direction and constructive feedback on projects and assignments.</div></li><li><div>
Coordinates department or practice group meetings. Takes lead in preparing logistics and engaging appropriate parties to ensure a successful meeting.</div></li><li><div>
Participates in practice group and client team meetings, as appropriate. Prepares meeting agendas, reviews meeting materials for accuracy and completeness and distributes to meeting attendees.</div></li><li><div>
Maintains paper and electronic filing systems, helping to ensure compliance with Information Governance policies and procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Oversees billing matters (prebilling tasks including all approval forms and collaboration correspondence, international billing, liaise with biller regarding questions/issues, liaise with collections team); monitors client budgets for reporting purposes.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Desired Skills</div><div>
Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint are required. Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with peers, lawyers, clients, business professionals, and various firm departments on a regular basis. Solid organizational skills required to manage multiple high priority projects at one time. Performs a broad range of assignments with efficiency and accuracy. Excellent time management skills necessary and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates strong work ethic and a flexible, dependable and positive attitude. Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good professional judgment.</div><div></div><div>
Minimum Education</div><ul><li><div>
High School Diploma or GED</div></li></ul><div><br>
Preferred Education</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor's Degree</div></li></ul><div><br>
Minimum Years of Experience</div><ul><li><div>
5 years of experience in professional executive administrative experience supporting partners and/or executives.</div></li><li><div>
Corporate Practice Experience</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Essential Job Expectations</div><div>
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:</div><ul><li><div>
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.</div></li><li><div>
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.</div></li><li><div>
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.</div></li><li><div>
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.</div></li><li><div>
Foster positive work relationships.</div></li><li><div>
Comply with all firm policies and practices.</div></li><li><div>
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.</div></li><li><div>
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.</div><div><br>
Physical Demands<br>
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.<br>
<br>
Work Environment</div><div>
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm&rsquo;s discretion in the future.</div><div><br>
Disclaimer</div><div>
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm&rsquo;s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.</div><div></div><div>
Application Process</div><div>
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.</div><div></div><div>
Accommodation</div><div>
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact <div>careers@us.dlapiper.com</div>.</div><div></div><div>
Agency applications will not be considered.</div><div></div><div>
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.</div><div></div><div>
The firm&rsquo;s expected hiring range for this position is $86,650 - $114,814 per year depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic market location.</div><div></div><div>
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).</div><div></div><div>
#LI-FG1</div><div>
#LI-Hybrid</div><div></div><div><i>
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.</i></div></div><div></div>

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Summary
Supporting multiple lawyers, the Legal Executive Assistant (LEA) proactively filters and attends to the day-to-day functions of a partner's practice so that they can focus on building and maintaining their practice. This role serves as a consultant for the partner, connecting departments, projects, and critical business information to the partner, ensuring meetings and materials are efficient and effective, and serving as a trusted partner to help deliver against the priorities of the practice and clients.
Location
This position can sit in our Los Angeles office and offers a hybrid work schedule working at least three days in the office.
Responsibilities
Completes and carries out major assignments and a broad variety of tasks in support of the partner's practice.
Exercises judgment and delegates administrative tasks and document work as appropriate to other Legal Support Services team members (Legal Support Assistants and Legal Administrative Assistants) and firm resources. When delegating, maintains responsibility for and tracks all activities/tasks/projects to successful completion. Collaborates with peers to provide team support and coverage.
Performs work that substantively and positively impacts the success of the partner's financial viability with client matters.
Exercises discretion and professional judgment with confidential and sensitive matters.
Plans, coordinates, and ensures attorney Outlook calendars are maintained; identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; coordinates complex travel itineraries.
Works closely and proactively with attorneys to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, preparing materials in advance, and following up appropriately.
Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a proactive, hands-on approach, including drafting letters or other correspondence, preparing reports, and other tasks that facilitate partner's ability to effectively build the practice.
Handles extensive direct interaction with clients and outside business contacts.
Prepares agendas, reports, and presentations; composes correspondence that is sometimes confidential.
Develops and maintains professional relationships and ensures teams work together efficiently and effectively, providing clear direction and constructive feedback on projects and assignments.
Coordinates department or practice group meetings. Takes lead in preparing logistics and engaging appropriate parties to ensure a successful meeting.
Participates in practice group and client team meetings, as appropriate. Prepares meeting agendas, reviews meeting materials for accuracy and completeness and distributes to meeting attendees.
Maintains paper and electronic filing systems, helping to ensure compliance with Information Governance policies and procedures.
Oversees billing matters (prebilling tasks including all approval forms and collaboration correspondence, international billing, liaise with biller regarding questions/issues, liaise with collections team); monitors client budgets for reporting purposes.
Desired Skills
Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint are required. Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with peers, lawyers, clients, business professionals, and various firm departments on a regular basis. Solid organizational skills required to manage multiple high priority projects at one time. Performs a broad range of assignments with efficiency and accuracy. Excellent time management skills necessary and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates strong work ethic and a flexible, dependable and positive attitude. Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good professional judgment.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience
5 years of experience in professional executive administrative experience supporting partners and/or executives.
Corporate Practice Experience
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $86,650 - $114,814 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
#LI-FG1
#LI-Hybrid
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Legal Executive Assistant - Corporate - DLA Piper

Legal Executive Assistant - Corporate

You need strong HR operations knowledge, HCM experience (especially Workday), analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to handle confidential data in a fast-paced environment.

You will support HR functions in Workday, analyze and design reports, implement process changes, ensure data integrity, assist users, and stay updated on HCM technology trends.

IT & Cybersecurity

People, HR & Administration

Palo Alto

<div><div>DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let&rsquo;s see what we can achieve. Together.</div><div></div><div>
Summary</div><div>
The HR Tech &amp; Reporting Analyst is an intermediate role within the HRT&amp;R structure, primarily focused on supporting and maintaining the HCM system and other systems backed by the HRT&amp;R team. This position serves as a technical point-of-contact for assigned functional areas, assisting subject matter experts with designing and building business processes, ensuring data integrity, testing system changes, report writing, and analyzing data flows for process improvement opportunities. Additionally, the Analyst supports HCM system patching, testing, and other technical projects.</div><div></div><div>
Location</div><div>
This position can sit in our New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Austin, Miami, Tampa, Dallas, Short Hills, Phoenix, Raleigh, Boston, Chicago, Reston, San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Washington DC, Atlanta, Baltimore, Houston, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, or Wilmington office.</div><div><br>
Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Serve as the HR Technology partner supporting a variety of functional areas in Workday, such as Core HR, Benefits, Talent, Advanced Compensation, etc.</div></li><li><div>
Evaluate releases and functionality to identify opportunities to improve and optimize the use Workday</div></li><li><div>
Design, configure, test, validate and implement Business Process changes in Workday</div></li><li><div>
Analyze, design and build new custom reports using standard Workday reporting functionality (ex: Report Writer, Calculated Fields)</div></li><li><div>
Ensure custom reports function as designed based on business requirements</div></li><li><div>
Provide support for existing custom reports in Workday</div></li><li><div>
Build and execute testing plans for integrations, security, annual events</div></li><li><div>
Maintain master data values in Workday (ex: Job Profile, Job Family, Job Group, Roles, Custom Organization Types, Positions, Locations)</div></li><li><div>
Serve as an escalation resource for Tier 2 &amp; 3 issues</div></li><li><div>
Provide input and knowledge sharing with Workday Team Leadership, Workday Team Members, and clients</div></li><li><div>
Participate in scheduled and ad hoc training in order to improve policy and process acumen</div></li><li><div>
Continuously increases general HR and HCM technology knowledge and improves policy and process acumen through scheduled and ad hoc training (e. g. classes, reading, webinars or other mechanisms)</div></li><li><div>
Support for HCM system including, researching and resolving HCM system problems, unexpected results or process flaws</div></li><li><div>
Performs scheduled activities, recommend solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements</div></li><li><div>
Recommends process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy that must be approved by appropriate leadership prior to implementation</div></li><li><div>
Serves as a key liaison with third parties and other stakeholders (e.g. payroll)</div></li><li><div>
Writes, maintains, and supports a variety of reports or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools including Workday Report Writer, Microsoft Excel</div></li><li><div>
Assists in the development of standard reports for ongoing customer needs</div></li><li><div>
Maintains data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data</div></li><li><div>
Develops user procedures, guidelines and documentation to train clients and new system users on processes/functionality</div></li><li><div>
Maintains awareness of current trends in HCM Technology with a focus on product and service development, delivery and support, and applying key technologies</div></li><li><div>
Participates in user group meetings/conferences</div></li><li><div>
Other duties as assigned</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Desired Skills</div><div><div>
Strong understanding of HR operations, processes and data, including condition rules and business processes to ensure correct implementation. Strong understanding of HCM system design, structure, functions, processes and experience with management tools. Experience with employee data management. Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with HR clients, cross-functional colleagues and IT. Experience with an HCM platform such as Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle HCM Cloud. Proficiency in Workday HCM report writing (Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields). Analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills. Ability to understand the business requirements, user needs and translate them into operational requirements. Ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.</div><div></div><div>
Proven ability to perform with a high degree of accuracy and with highly confidential data. Thorough knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills. Experience participating in system-related projects. Ability to accurately collect information in order to understand and assess the clients&rsquo; needs and situation. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.</div></div><div><br>
Minimum Education</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Minimum Years of Experience</div><ul><li><div>
3 years' experience working with ERP system(s), particularly the benefits and payroll functionality.</div></li></ul><div><br>
Essential Job Expectations</div><div>
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:</div><ul><li><div>
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.</div></li><li><div>
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.</div></li><li><div>
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.</div></li><li><div>
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.</div></li><li><div>
Foster positive work relationships.</div></li><li><div>
Comply with all firm policies and practices.</div></li><li><div>
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.</div></li><li><div>
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.</div><div><br>
Physical Demands<br>
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.<br>
<br>
Work Environment</div><div>
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm&rsquo;s discretion in the future.</div><div></div><div>
Disclaimer</div><div>
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm&rsquo;s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.</div><div></div><div>
Application Process</div><div>
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.</div><div></div><div><br>
Accommodation</div><div>
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact <div>careers@us.dlapiper.com</div>.</div><div></div><div>
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.</div><div></div><div>
The firm&rsquo;s expected hiring range for this position is $70,336 - $111,837 per year depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic market location.</div><div></div><div>
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).</div><div></div><div>
#LI-JH1</div><div></div><div><i>
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.</i></div></div><div></div>

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Summary
The HR Tech & Reporting Analyst is an intermediate role within the HRT&R structure, primarily focused on supporting and maintaining the HCM system and other systems backed by the HRT&R team. This position serves as a technical point-of-contact for assigned functional areas, assisting subject matter experts with designing and building business processes, ensuring data integrity, testing system changes, report writing, and analyzing data flows for process improvement opportunities. Additionally, the Analyst supports HCM system patching, testing, and other technical projects.
Location
This position can sit in our New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Austin, Miami, Tampa, Dallas, Short Hills, Phoenix, Raleigh, Boston, Chicago, Reston, San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Washington DC, Atlanta, Baltimore, Houston, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, or Wilmington office.
Responsibilities
Serve as the HR Technology partner supporting a variety of functional areas in Workday, such as Core HR, Benefits, Talent, Advanced Compensation, etc.
Evaluate releases and functionality to identify opportunities to improve and optimize the use Workday
Design, configure, test, validate and implement Business Process changes in Workday
Analyze, design and build new custom reports using standard Workday reporting functionality (ex: Report Writer, Calculated Fields)
Ensure custom reports function as designed based on business requirements
Provide support for existing custom reports in Workday
Build and execute testing plans for integrations, security, annual events
Maintain master data values in Workday (ex: Job Profile, Job Family, Job Group, Roles, Custom Organization Types, Positions, Locations)
Serve as an escalation resource for Tier 2 & 3 issues
Provide input and knowledge sharing with Workday Team Leadership, Workday Team Members, and clients
Participate in scheduled and ad hoc training in order to improve policy and process acumen
Continuously increases general HR and HCM technology knowledge and improves policy and process acumen through scheduled and ad hoc training (e. g. classes, reading, webinars or other mechanisms)
Support for HCM system including, researching and resolving HCM system problems, unexpected results or process flaws
Performs scheduled activities, recommend solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements
Recommends process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy that must be approved by appropriate leadership prior to implementation
Serves as a key liaison with third parties and other stakeholders (e.g. payroll)
Writes, maintains, and supports a variety of reports or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools including Workday Report Writer, Microsoft Excel
Assists in the development of standard reports for ongoing customer needs
Maintains data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data
Develops user procedures, guidelines and documentation to train clients and new system users on processes/functionality
Maintains awareness of current trends in HCM Technology with a focus on product and service development, delivery and support, and applying key technologies
Participates in user group meetings/conferences
Other duties as assigned
Desired Skills
Strong understanding of HR operations, processes and data, including condition rules and business processes to ensure correct implementation. Strong understanding of HCM system design, structure, functions, processes and experience with management tools. Experience with employee data management. Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with HR clients, cross-functional colleagues and IT. Experience with an HCM platform such as Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle HCM Cloud. Proficiency in Workday HCM report writing (Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields). Analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills. Ability to understand the business requirements, user needs and translate them into operational requirements. Ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
Proven ability to perform with a high degree of accuracy and with highly confidential data. Thorough knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills. Experience participating in system-related projects. Ability to accurately collect information in order to understand and assess the clients’ needs and situation. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Years of Experience
3 years' experience working with ERP system(s), particularly the benefits and payroll functionality.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $70,336 - $111,837 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
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DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

HR Technology & Reporting Analyst - DLA Piper

HR Technology & Reporting Analyst

You must be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales, with litigation experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

You will advise on disputes, manage claims, strengthen external relationships, share claims trends, and develop strategies to mitigate exposure while supporting senior counsel on projects.

London

<div><div><div><p>DLA Piper are hiring a Legal Counsel on a 12 month FTC to join our team in the Office of General Counsel based in our London office.<br>
<br>
As a Legal Counsel you will support and advise on contentious issues (including professional indemnity claims) affecting the firm, both in the UK and Internationally (excluding the US). You will have the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry and make a real impact on a global business.<br>
<br>
You will report to Senior Legal Counsel, and work as part of the team who work closely with the firm's Executive Board, the Managing Partner, the Senior Partner and the broader executive management of the firm.<br>
<br>
We offer first rate support in the form of training, manager time, excellent career prospects and an opportunity to play a role in the development of a key team in one of the world's most exciting and dynamic law firms.</p>
<p>Main duties and responsibilities</p>
<p>
Our dedication to delivering an exceptional service to our clients ensures that you will experience a dynamic, engaging, and diverse range of responsibilities. These will include, but are not limited to:</p>
<ul><li>Advising on contentious matters including disputes involving professional negligence, client and third party complaints regulatory investigations, and other matters</li>
<li>Assist and support the team in the management and resolution of notified claims, working with insurers and developing relationships with external lawyers and fee earners so that claims can be managed effectively to reduce the exposure of the firm, protect the firm's reputation and preserve on-going client relationships</li>
<li>Ensuring claims trends/and lessons learned are shared with the Practice, assisting with communication, training and development of solutions to identified areas of exposure</li>
<li>Manage the firm's relationships with external counsel, insurers, brokers, and regulators in relation to claims and disputes</li>
<li>Develop and implement strategies and policies to mitigate the firm's exposure to claims and disputes</li>
<li>Support the Head of Claims and Senior Legal Counsels in other projects and initiatives as required</li>
</ul><p>About you</p>
<p>
Whilst we do not typically set upper or lower limits of PQE for any of our vacancies, we anticipate that candidates who have between 0-3 years' PQE are likely to have the right level of knowledge and have gained the right type of experience needed to be able to undertake this role successfully. More specifically we are looking for:</p>
<ul><li>Qualified solicitor or barrister in England &amp; Wales</li>
<li>Experience in litigation, preferably in a large law firm or inhouse legal department</li>
<li>Insurance and regulatory experience is preferred</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills</li>
<li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills</li>
<li>A sound understanding of risk and compliance practice; and ability to think strategically and creatively</li>
<li>Ability to build and maintain strong relationships both within and outside the firm, acting as an effective brand ambassador for DLA Piper, and an internal change agent</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li>
<li>Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines</li>
</ul><p>About us</p>
<p>
DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.</p>
<p>Our values</p>
<p>
In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:</p>
<ul><li><b>Be Supportive</b> &ndash; we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully</li>
<li><b>Be Collaborative</b> - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships</li>
<li><b>Be Bold</b> - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions</li>
<li><b>Be Exceptional</b> - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations</li>
</ul><p>Diversity and inclusion</p>
<p>
At DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone&rsquo;s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.</p>
<p>Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that&rsquo;s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people &ndash; however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.</p>
<p>Hybrid working</p>
<p>
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.</p>
<p>Pre-engagement screening</p>
<p>
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.</p><br>
<div></div><div>
</div></div><div><p>Job Reference</p>
<p>5052</p><p></p>
<p>Function</p>
<p>Legal, Risk and Compliance</p><p></p>
<p>Category</p>
<p>Business Professionals</p><p></p>
<p>Location</p>
<div>London, United Kingdom</div></div></div></div>

DLA Piper are hiring a Legal Counsel on a 12 month FTC to join our team in the Office of General Counsel based in our London office.

As a Legal Counsel you will support and advise on contentious issues (including professional indemnity claims) affecting the firm, both in the UK and Internationally (excluding the US). You will have the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry and make a real impact on a global business.

You will report to Senior Legal Counsel, and work as part of the team who work closely with the firm's Executive Board, the Managing Partner, the Senior Partner and the broader executive management of the firm.

We offer first rate support in the form of training, manager time, excellent career prospects and an opportunity to play a role in the development of a key team in one of the world's most exciting and dynamic law firms.
Main duties and responsibilities

Our dedication to delivering an exceptional service to our clients ensures that you will experience a dynamic, engaging, and diverse range of responsibilities. These will include, but are not limited to:
Advising on contentious matters including disputes involving professional negligence, client and third party complaints regulatory investigations, and other matters
Assist and support the team in the management and resolution of notified claims, working with insurers and developing relationships with external lawyers and fee earners so that claims can be managed effectively to reduce the exposure of the firm, protect the firm's reputation and preserve on-going client relationships
Ensuring claims trends/and lessons learned are shared with the Practice, assisting with communication, training and development of solutions to identified areas of exposure
Manage the firm's relationships with external counsel, insurers, brokers, and regulators in relation to claims and disputes
Develop and implement strategies and policies to mitigate the firm's exposure to claims and disputes
Support the Head of Claims and Senior Legal Counsels in other projects and initiatives as required
About you

Whilst we do not typically set upper or lower limits of PQE for any of our vacancies, we anticipate that candidates who have between 0-3 years' PQE are likely to have the right level of knowledge and have gained the right type of experience needed to be able to undertake this role successfully. More specifically we are looking for:
Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales
Experience in litigation, preferably in a large law firm or inhouse legal department
Insurance and regulatory experience is preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
A sound understanding of risk and compliance practice; and ability to think strategically and creatively
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships both within and outside the firm, acting as an effective brand ambassador for DLA Piper, and an internal change agent
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
About us

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.
Our values

In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:
Be Supportive – we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully
Be Collaborative - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships
Be Bold - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions
Be Exceptional - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations
Diversity and inclusion

At DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone’s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.
Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that’s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
Hybrid working

We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-engagement screening

In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.

Job Reference
5052
Function
Legal, Risk and Compliance
Category
Business Professionals
Location
London, United Kingdom

Legal Counsel - DLA Piper

Legal Counsel

You must be a qualified solicitor (preferably England & Wales) with 4+ years in commercial real estate, strong people management skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities.

You will supervise paralegals, ensure high-quality service, build relationships with stakeholders, manage projects, conduct performance reviews, and identify training needs and process improvements.

Real Estate & Property

Leeds

<div><div><div><p>We don't follow trends. We start them. We drive change and deliver more to make a tangible difference for our clients and communities.</p>
<p>We are recruiting a lawyer to support growth and development of the commercial real estate capability within our Legal Delivery Centre (&quot;LDC&quot;) in Leeds.</p>
<p>The LDC uses streamlined processes, legal technical knowhow, and cutting-edge technology to design and deliver routine or document-heavy legal services quickly and efficiently. Operating from locations in Australia, the UK and Germany the LDC primarily allocates activity to a team of Paralegals with qualified lawyers used to support service delivery.</p>
<p>Main duties and responsibilities</p>
<ul><li>Supervising and supporting the development of a team of Paralegals within the Legal Delivery Centre's real estate function;</li>
<li>Supporting (and supplementing) the work of the Paralegals in delivering a very high quality service;</li>
<li>Ensuring the team delivers to internal and external client requirements;</li>
<li>Building relationships with lawyers and partners across the firm's international Real Estate practice, to identify and unlock new opportunities for LDC-driven solutions;</li>
<li>Applying legal real estate knowledge and understanding of the firm's alternative legal solutions to design and implement new LDC-driven processes;</li>
<li>Being the key point of contact between the LDC and the real estate practice group, including ensuring projects are sufficiently staffed, tracking progress, anticipating and highlighting resourcing issues and ensuring we provide sufficient and timely updates;</li>
<li>Line Management responsibility for members of the LDC's real estate team;</li>
<li>Ensuring standard ways of working are adhered to and that robust checks and quality controls are in place;</li>
<li>Identifying training needs and providing coaching to ensure the team have the requisite knowledge to deliver high-quality output;</li>
<li>Working with real estate lawyers and the firm's broader support network to produce (and update as required) comprehensive playbooks documenting LDC processes and responsibilities;</li>
<li>Assessing opportunities to improve operational processes, documentation and training; and</li>
<li>Conducting performance reviews and supporting individual growth in accordance with line management responsibility.</li>
</ul><p>About you</p>
<ul><li>Qualified Solicitor (preferably England &amp; Wales)</li>
<li>Minimum of 4 years prior experience connected to commercial real estate activity (including acquisitions &amp; disposals and/or asset management activity)</li>
<li>Able to manage and work well with people at all levels;</li>
<li>Highly organised;</li>
<li>Clear and effective communicator;</li>
<li>Highly professional, with a dedication to exceeding expectations.</li>
</ul><p>The department / practice group</p>
<p>The Legal Delivery Centre provides innovative solutions to support the firm's high end advisory services.</p>
<p>The function works as an extended part of the legal team, dealing with activities that are best performed by a specialist, process-centric operation. Legal professionals (paralegals), combined with the LDC's qualified lawyers and legal technology tools, deliver a transparent service to agreed timescales, yielding very high-quality outputs.</p>
<p>The LDC operates from offices in Germany, Leeds and across Australia. All combine to service the requirements of the international business.</p>
<p>About us</p>
<p>DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.</p>
<p>Our values</p>
<p>In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:</p>
<ul><li><b>Be Supportive</b> &ndash; we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully</li>
<li><b>Be Collaborative</b> - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships</li>
<li><b>Be Bold</b> - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions</li>
<li><b>Be Exceptional</b> - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations</li>
</ul><p>Diversity and inclusion</p>
<p>At DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone&rsquo;s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.</p>
<p>Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that&rsquo;s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people &ndash; however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.</p>
<p>Hybrid working</p>
<p>We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.</p>
<p>Pre-engagement screening</p>
<p>In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.</p><br>
<div></div><div>
</div></div><div><p>Job Reference</p>
<p>5726</p><p></p>
<p>Function</p>
<p>Real Estate</p><p></p>
<p>Category</p>
<p>Lawyers</p><p></p>
<p>Location</p>
<div>Leeds, United Kingdom</div></div></div></div>

We don't follow trends. We start them. We drive change and deliver more to make a tangible difference for our clients and communities.
We are recruiting a lawyer to support growth and development of the commercial real estate capability within our Legal Delivery Centre ("LDC") in Leeds.
The LDC uses streamlined processes, legal technical knowhow, and cutting-edge technology to design and deliver routine or document-heavy legal services quickly and efficiently. Operating from locations in Australia, the UK and Germany the LDC primarily allocates activity to a team of Paralegals with qualified lawyers used to support service delivery.
Main duties and responsibilities
Supervising and supporting the development of a team of Paralegals within the Legal Delivery Centre's real estate function;
Supporting (and supplementing) the work of the Paralegals in delivering a very high quality service;
Ensuring the team delivers to internal and external client requirements;
Building relationships with lawyers and partners across the firm's international Real Estate practice, to identify and unlock new opportunities for LDC-driven solutions;
Applying legal real estate knowledge and understanding of the firm's alternative legal solutions to design and implement new LDC-driven processes;
Being the key point of contact between the LDC and the real estate practice group, including ensuring projects are sufficiently staffed, tracking progress, anticipating and highlighting resourcing issues and ensuring we provide sufficient and timely updates;
Line Management responsibility for members of the LDC's real estate team;
Ensuring standard ways of working are adhered to and that robust checks and quality controls are in place;
Identifying training needs and providing coaching to ensure the team have the requisite knowledge to deliver high-quality output;
Working with real estate lawyers and the firm's broader support network to produce (and update as required) comprehensive playbooks documenting LDC processes and responsibilities;
Assessing opportunities to improve operational processes, documentation and training; and
Conducting performance reviews and supporting individual growth in accordance with line management responsibility.
About you
Qualified Solicitor (preferably England & Wales)
Minimum of 4 years prior experience connected to commercial real estate activity (including acquisitions & disposals and/or asset management activity)
Able to manage and work well with people at all levels;
Highly organised;
Clear and effective communicator;
Highly professional, with a dedication to exceeding expectations.
The department / practice group
The Legal Delivery Centre provides innovative solutions to support the firm's high end advisory services.
The function works as an extended part of the legal team, dealing with activities that are best performed by a specialist, process-centric operation. Legal professionals (paralegals), combined with the LDC's qualified lawyers and legal technology tools, deliver a transparent service to agreed timescales, yielding very high-quality outputs.
The LDC operates from offices in Germany, Leeds and across Australia. All combine to service the requirements of the international business.
About us
DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.
Our values
In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:
Be Supportive – we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully
Be Collaborative - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships
Be Bold - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions
Be Exceptional - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations
Diversity and inclusion
At DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone’s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.
Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that’s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
Hybrid working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-engagement screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.

Job Reference
5726
Function
Real Estate
Category
Lawyers
Location
Leeds, United Kingdom

Legal Delivery Center Supervising Lawyer - DLA Piper

Legal Delivery Center Supervising Lawyer

You should have a law degree (or equivalent), be a quick learner, team player, possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and be adaptable to various tasks in a dynamic environment.

You will collaborate within a high-performing team, engaging in various activities while gaining client exposure and skills across different areas, with training provided for your development.

<div><div><div><p>We don't follow trends. We start them. We drive change and deliver more to make a tangible difference for our clients and communities. We are looking to recruit Paralegals to work in our Legal Delivery Centre (LDC) in Leeds.</p>
<p>The LDC uses streamlined processes, legal technical knowhow and cutting-edge technology to design and deliver routine or document-heavy legal services quickly and efficiently.</p>
<p>The LDC operates from the UK, Australia and the Netherlands - the LDC allocates matters to a team of Paralegals (headed by an Assignment Lead) with qualified lawyers used to support service delivery.</p>
<p>Main duties and responsibilities</p>
<p>You will work as part of a high performing team assigned to either Contentious, Corporate Transactional or Real Estate activity. There is some movement between teams as Paralegals are cross-skilled where practical to ensure the LDC has the flexibility to adjust to variations in demand. New staff will be engaged on activity that has a narrow scope, but you can expect the scope to increase as you develop.</p>
<p>You will work as part of the wider DLA Piper team and are likely to engage with stakeholders at all levels as you gain experience. Client exposure depends on work type and the specific engagement, although overall client exposure is frequent. Training opportunities and work quality are of the highest order and working with like-minded team members in a dynamic environment should ensure you excel and develop at pace.</p>
<p>About you</p>
<ul><li>You will have completed or nearly completed a law degree (or non-law degree plus law conversion qualification) and will be available on a full time basis.</li>
<li>Your academic record will support you being a quick learner and committed to excellence.</li>
<li>You will be a naturally supportive and committed team player who thrives in a dynamic, and high calibre environment.</li>
<li>Communication skills and attention to detail will be strong attributes, as will a flexibility to adapt to different activities.</li>
</ul><p>About us</p>
<p>DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.</p>
<p>Our values</p>
<p>In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:</p>
<ul><li><b>Be Supportive</b> &ndash; we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully</li>
<li><b>Be Collaborative</b> - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships</li>
<li><b>Be Bold</b> - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions</li>
<li><b>Be Exceptional</b> - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations</li>
</ul><p>Diversity and inclusion</p>
<p>At DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone&rsquo;s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.</p>
<p>Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that&rsquo;s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people &ndash; however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.</p>
<p>Hybrid working</p>
<p>We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.</p>
<p>Pre-engagement screening</p>
<p>In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.</p><br>
<div></div><div>
</div></div><div><p>Job Reference</p>
<p>5670</p><p></p>
<p>Function</p>
<p>Paralegals</p><p></p>
<p>Category</p>
<p>Business Professionals</p><p></p>
<p>Location</p>
<div>Leeds, United Kingdom</div></div></div></div>

We don't follow trends. We start them. We drive change and deliver more to make a tangible difference for our clients and communities. We are looking to recruit Paralegals to work in our Legal Delivery Centre (LDC) in Leeds.
The LDC uses streamlined processes, legal technical knowhow and cutting-edge technology to design and deliver routine or document-heavy legal services quickly and efficiently.
The LDC operates from the UK, Australia and the Netherlands - the LDC allocates matters to a team of Paralegals (headed by an Assignment Lead) with qualified lawyers used to support service delivery.
Main duties and responsibilities
You will work as part of a high performing team assigned to either Contentious, Corporate Transactional or Real Estate activity. There is some movement between teams as Paralegals are cross-skilled where practical to ensure the LDC has the flexibility to adjust to variations in demand. New staff will be engaged on activity that has a narrow scope, but you can expect the scope to increase as you develop.
You will work as part of the wider DLA Piper team and are likely to engage with stakeholders at all levels as you gain experience. Client exposure depends on work type and the specific engagement, although overall client exposure is frequent. Training opportunities and work quality are of the highest order and working with like-minded team members in a dynamic environment should ensure you excel and develop at pace.
About you
You will have completed or nearly completed a law degree (or non-law degree plus law conversion qualification) and will be available on a full time basis.
Your academic record will support you being a quick learner and committed to excellence.
You will be a naturally supportive and committed team player who thrives in a dynamic, and high calibre environment.
Communication skills and attention to detail will be strong attributes, as will a flexibility to adapt to different activities.
About us
DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.
Our values
In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:
Be Supportive – we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully
Be Collaborative - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships
Be Bold - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions
Be Exceptional - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations
Diversity and inclusion
At DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone’s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.
Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that’s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
Hybrid working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-engagement screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.

Job Reference
5670
Function
Paralegals
Category
Business Professionals
Location
Leeds, United Kingdom

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