Required:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school; or a minimum five years related experience and/or training, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- The following may also be required of the successful candidate:
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Good judgment
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
- A self-starter who takes initiative and shows ownership and commitment to the job
- Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Proofreads accurately.
Language Skills:
- Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with lawyers, staff, managers, clients, and the public.
- Ability to understand oral instructions and to ask for clarification when necessary.
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer