Job Description

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking to hire an Asset Management Intern to support the Asset Management department with project-based administrative work. Willkie is an elite international law firm with approximately 1,300 lawyers located across 16 offices in six countries.

An ideal Asset Management Intern will be in the process of pursuing an undergraduate degree in business, finance, or a similar field with an interest in pursuing a career in these areas. Candidates should be intellectually curious, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain confidential information at all times. Additionally, candidates will have strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a law firm environment. Candidates should be available to work for three to six months. A time commitment of 35 hours per week during the summer, a minimum of 15 hours per week during the school semester, and a maximum of 20 hours per week during the school semester are expected. The exact duration of the internship will be based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Support several routine administrative tasks such as but not limited to:
• Type and assemble correspondences and other formal documents
• Enter data into computer files or database systems
• Provide exceptional administrative support to attorneys and staff while maintaining communication with attorneys, staff and managers
• Enter and maintain accurate and confidential data in databases
• Work on department specific projects assigned by respective manager
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be in the process of completing an AS/BS undergraduate degree with a strong GPA
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially with a strong navigation of Excel
• Exposed to HTML and CSS, proficiency a plus
• Ability to have strong organizational and time management while maintaining a strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build interpersonal relationships
• Previous office experience a plus
• Experience using generative AI tools a plus

ADA Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
• Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
• Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
• Ability to carry light [to moderate] objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 15 lbs

Employment Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.

Pay Range Statement

The pay range for this role represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location.

This position is a part-time hourly role and benefits eligibility will be more limited. Candidates should direct questions about benefits to the hiring manager for clarification as needed.

EEO Statement

Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.

California Applicants

Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.