at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Job Description
Description
Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law better. McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by The American Lawyer, Working Mother Magazine, Vault and the Human Rights Campaign.
At McDermott, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you'll find:
A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity - we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Position Summary:
The Corporate Services Assistant provides administrative support to the Paralegal Manager, attorneys in MWE Corporate Services, LLC (MWECS) and the Corporate Advisory Practice Group. The Corporate Services Assistant works under direct supervision and relies on instructions and pre-existing guidelines to perform the essential functions of the job.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Coordinate Delaware filings and order direct transactions with Delaware (i.e. good standings and certified charters)
Maintain and organize company records, contacts and essential documents
Handle emails, phone calls, and inquiries professionally and promptly
Ensure accuracy in tasks, such as data entry, proofreading and record-keeping
Follow established procedures and contribute to process improvement
Be open to changes and willing to learn new tools or systems
Work effectively with colleagues and support team goals
Be open to acquiring new skills and expanding knowledge base
Job Specifications:
Bachelor's degree or at least three (3) years of related work experience
Registered Agent experience is ideal and preferred - experience receiving and forwarding legal documents and correspondence from the Delaware Division of Corporations to clients
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong database management skills
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
McDermott Will & Emery LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).
