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McKinsey & Company

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 3+ years in a legal setting, fluency in English, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, project management ability, and advanced computer skills. Team-oriented and confidential.
  • You will support the legal team by managing databases, handling contracts and waivers, monitoring M&A and IRS notifications, and collaborating on special projects with other jurisdictions.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in a law firm setting as paralegal, contracts administrator or senior administrative support in a legal environment with generalist commercial understanding and knowledge of corporate secretarial functions
  • Fluent in English (another European language is a plus)
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills, including clear and effective writing and communication skills
  • Ability to work in an international environment
  • Ability to support with project management
  • Excellent organizational skills and judgment, including the ability to efficiently handle high volume of work effectively, recognize priorities, manage time effectively and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an extraordinarily fast-paced environment; advanced computer skills essential (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data management systems)
  • Confident team player who is highly collaborative and flexible and appreciates the confidential aspect of legal work

Responsibilities

  • You will play an active role in all aspects of paralegal support across the Europe based legal team including database management and tracking various initiatives/compliance processes as well as maintaining all records, contracts and reports, as needed, on active and closed matters.
  • You will project manage waiver letters processes (including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating) as well as monitoring M&A and IRS notifications from internal system processes, logging & closing associated files in our contracts management tool including contract search, and signature where applicable.
  • You will also collaborate with different legal teams in other jurisdictions on special projects.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Paralegal in McKinsey’s Legal Department?

The primary role of a Paralegal in McKinsey’s Legal Department is to provide collaborative support to the European legal team, manage paralegal tasks, assist with client support, and handle team projects.

What qualifications are required for the Paralegal position?

The qualifications required for the Paralegal position include 3+ years of experience in a law firm setting, fluency in English (an additional European language is a plus), outstanding interpersonal skills, and excellent organizational skills, among others.

Is experience in corporate secretarial functions necessary for this role?

Yes, a general understanding and knowledge of corporate secretarial functions are necessary for performance in this role as a Paralegal.

What tools and software should a Paralegal be proficient in?

A Paralegal should be proficient in advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and data management systems.

Is this position based in one location or multiple European offices?

This position is based in one of McKinsey’s European offices but involves collaboration with other paralegals and lawyers across Europe.

What type of work environment can a Paralegal expect at McKinsey?

A Paralegal can expect a fast-paced, collaborative, and international work environment that requires problem-solving skills for both routine and complex legal matters.

Will the Paralegal be involved in project management?

Yes, the Paralegal will support project management, particularly in managing waiver letter processes and monitoring M&A and IRS notifications.

Is knowledge of another European language an advantage for this role?

Yes, knowledge of another European language is considered a plus for this role, but fluency in English is required.

What is the team dynamic like for the Paralegal position?

The team dynamic is collaborative, requiring a confident team player who is flexible and appreciates the confidentiality aspects of legal work.

Will the Paralegal need to work independently?

Yes, the Paralegal will need to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

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McKinsey & Company

Business Consulting and Services

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1926
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm. We are the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions. We work with leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors. Our scale, scope, and knowledge allow us to address problems that no one else can. We have deep functional and industry expertise as well as a breadth of geographical reach. We are passionate about taking on immense challenges that matter to our clients and, often, to the world. We work with our clients as we do with our colleagues. We build their capabilities and leadership skills at every level and every opportunity. We do this to help build internal support, get to real issues, and reach practical recommendations. We bring out the capabilities of clients to fully participate in the process and lead the ongoing work.

Benefits

  • Occupational Accident Insurance

  • Mental Health Care

  • Vision Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Retiree Health & Medical

  • Disability Insurance

  • Dental Insurance