NBI Systems & Data Assistant
DLA Piper

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Summary

The Systems & Data Assistant supports the firm's critical risk management function by performing all duties associated with data integrity around incoming conflicts and new business forms, including: reviewing the breadth of open clients and matters to confirm accuracy and thoroughness of data provided, and updating information, where appropriate; communicating with partners and legal professional specialists to gather data; and working cross-departmentally with Finance and Practice Group Directors, among other departments, to communicate specific and global changes to client and matter data.

Location

This position can be remote. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance from our San Diego office.

Responsibilities

• Reviews the breadth of open clients and matters to confirm accuracy and thoroughness of data provided, and updates information, where appropriate.
  
• Performs self-evaluative quality control checks on existing new business intake data.
  
• Communicates with partners and legal professional specialists to gather data.
  
• Works cross-departmentally with Finance and Practice Group Directors, among other departments, to communicate specific and global changes to client and matter data.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Desired Skills
Excellent verbal and written business communication skills, while maintaining a customer service-oriented manner. Meticulous attention to detail and a proven ability to prioritize and multitask, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high level work product. Ability to identify data integrity issues and subsequently resolve them appropriately. Desire to have flexibility around remote working arrangements.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED
  

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree
  
• Paralegal Certificate
  

Minimum Experience

• 2 years of quality control or data experience within a law firm, corporate, or academic setting, or similar experience
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience writing and communicating in a business environment in an effort to present information in a concise and meaningful end product
  
• Experience with finance, intake, and conflicts software tools
  

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;
  

• 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

• This position can be remote.Candidates may be required to travel to a local office.
  

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. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.

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 $26.08 - $39.90 per hour depending on the candidate's geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

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).

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. Job applicant poster viewing center.

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