Knowledge Management Solutions Specialist - Investment Funds
The Knowledge Management (KM) Solutions Specialist for the Investment Funds Group (IFG) at McDermott Will & Emery is a pivotal role that supports the firm's KM initiatives within the IFG. Reporting to the Associate Director of KM Solutions, this position collaborates closely with KM Directors, Managers, and the broader KM team to advance the firm's knowledge management strategy. The specialist is responsible for building and maintaining both lawyer- and client-facing KM tools, systems, and processes, ensuring they are effective and user-friendly.
Key responsibilities include managing data-related components of IFG project workflows, such as overseeing the IFG market terms database, developing workflows from Centari to the new Funds database in PowerBI, and handling metadata collections. The role also involves maintaining the IFG PowerBI build, including source updates, data refreshes, and workspace republication, to ensure timely and accurate data entry. Additionally, the specialist coordinates with the Associate Director of Knowledge Management (Investment Funds) to track and respond to requests for IFG resources, curates and tags content for knowledge banks, and assists in the creation and delivery of legal training programs.
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and have strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working familiarity in Power BI preferred. A minimum of two years of relevant paralegal experience, preferably in a Knowledge Management department or large law firm setting, is required. Excellent project management skills, the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters in a fast-paced environment, and strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Basic knowledge of SharePoint intranets, Relativity, and iManage is preferred, along with the ability to work under tight deadlines, handle confidential information, and learn new concepts and skills quickly.
The compensation for this role ranges from $79,000 to $121,000 annually, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. McDermott Will & Emery offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, emphasizing collaboration and community. The firm has been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault, and others, and is certified by Great Place to Work. Employees are encouraged to be themselves, with a culture that values diverse perspectives and ideas. The firm also supports employees' physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Joining McDermott Will & Emery provides an opportunity to be part of a leading global law firm that invests in its employees' futures and accelerates their careers. The firm offers real rewards for real work, with generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Employees are supported both in and outside of the office, with a focus on personal and professional growth.