Specialist, Partner Resources

White-; Manila; On-site; PHP 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

White & Case's Global Operating Center in Manila seeks a Specialist to support Partner Resources processes, onboarding and benefit questions, with flexibility to work outside core hours.

You will handle partner movements, capital applications, reports for leadership, and audits while collaborating across offices to ensure data accuracy and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/College Degree in any field.
• 2–3 years of Global HR administration experience.
• Proficient in Workday or HR software.
• Knowledge of Qualtrics.
• Excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Partner Evaluation and Compensation processes.
• Organize partner movements and changes (arrivals/departures).
• Manage Contract Partner Capital applications and loan documents.
• Audit records and processes for accuracy.
• Support US bank account onboarding for partners.
• Collaborate with Leadership on annual UK capital process.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any field

Tools

Workday

Qualtrics

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Global Operating Center located in Manila is pivotal to enhancing the Firm’s operational efficiency and streamlining legal and business services support across our global network. Our center provides comprehensive administrative, financial and operational services across office operations, compliance and new business, finance, technology, human resources, innovation and marketing. By centralizing these critical functions, the center ensures consistency and quality in service delivery while reducing operational costs. Through its integrated approach, our Global Operating Center enables the Firm to focus on its core legal services, drive global growth and maintain high standards of client service across all offices.Position SummaryThe Specialist leads several projects and processes and is expected to support these projects and processes through completion, make relevant decisions, and collaborate with other team members and other functional areas as necessary. The Specialist attends to partner benefit questions and collaborates closely with our Firm benefits team. The role requires flexibility with regard to working and responsiveness outside of core business hours and working outside office hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays may be necessary at busy times.Duties and AccountabilitiesAssist with the facilitation of the Partner Evaluation and Compensation process, Internal New Partner Process and the Onboarding of Lateral Partners.Organize and flag all partner movements and ensure completion of arrival, departures and other changes (transfers, leaves, personal details, compensation, etc.) procedures.Manage the Contract Partner Capital applications and loan documents for new Lateral Partners.Analyze and produce reports for Partner Resources leadership and the Executive Committee.Process and lead the Registered Foreign Lawyer applications process on behalf of eligible partners.Perform periodic audits to verify the accuracy and completeness of records and processes.Work with partners in completing the requirements to open US bank accounts.Work with the Partner Resources leadership on the annual UK capital process.Maintain the partner Firm Safe Files by analyzing and processing incoming documents (repository for all executed partner agreements and legal documents).Process partner information, beneficiary changes and updates, and inform relevant parties of change.Post and audit Partner Personal documents on MyConnect.Support leadership on critical projects by providing analysis, coordinating work and helping deliver results on time.QualificationsBachelor’s/College Degree in any fieldA minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in Global HR administrationInnovative, and proactive; can openly implement suggestions or improvements in current processesHighly customer and process focusedGreat attention to detail and possess strong organizational skillsStrong written and verbal communication skills in English, and can effectively interact at all levels of the organizationStrong relationship building skillsAbility to maintain growth mindset and a commitment to continuous professional development.Ability to maintain the strictest of confidencesAbility to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, when neededEssential Job RequirementsProficient in Microsoft offices (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Knowledge in Workday (or any HR Management Software)Knowledge in QualtricsExposure to client relationship managementAbility to see the big pictureDriven by professional growthInfluencing and negotiating skillsStrong professional presenceProactive, resourceful, takes initiativeThis role reports toManager, Partner ResourcesEqual OpportunitiesWhite & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us . We will be happy to work with you.The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.Note to Recruitment AgenciesOur internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.