Benefits, Compensation & Talent Systems Coordinator

Kirkland & Ellis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Tailored learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A major law firm seeks a Benefits, Compensation & Talent Systems Coordinator in Chicago. The role focuses on supporting health and welfare programs, managing internal operations, and ensuring high-quality communication. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree, strong analytical skills, and at least 3 years of experience in HR operations. The position offers a competitive salary range of $72,000 to $81,000, along with numerous benefits including healthcare and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in health and welfare benefits or HR operations preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and reliably.
• Strong judgment and proactive approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit and format communications and presentations.
• Build strong relationships and deliver responsive support.
• Track workstreams and ensure timelines remain accurate.
• Manage registration tools and logistics for wellbeing events.
• Maintain accurate resources on the Firm’s intranet.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Analytical abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Teams

Service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PeopleSoft

Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS)

Job description

Benefits, Compensation & Talent Systems Coordinator

About Kirkland & Ellis
Kirkland & Ellis sets the standard for legal excellence. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

• Benefits & Compensation Support: Draft, edit and format communications and presentations; assist with invoice routing, budget monitoring and departmental coordination across internal and external partners.
• Client Service & Engagement: Build strong relationships across the Firm while delivering responsive support to attorneys and staff, backed by growing expertise in the Firm’s health, retirement, and wellbeing programs.
• Workflow & Operations Management: Track and organize workstreams, monitor deliverables, and ensure timelines, reporting and documentation remain accurate and complete.
• Wellbeing Program Coordination: Manage registration tools, surveys and attendance reports; coordinate logistics for on‑site, off‑site and virtual wellbeing events; support occasional early‑morning, evening or off‑site activities.
• Content & Resource Maintenance: Maintain the Firm’s intranet pages related to benefits and wellbeing, ensuring resources are accurate, current and easily accessible.
• Executive & Administrative Support: Manage complex calendars, prioritize scheduling, prepare meeting materials, complete expense reports and provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in health and welfare benefits, human resources (HR) operations or a related HR function preferred.
• Fluent proficiency in Microsoft Teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong service orientation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, reliability and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical abilities, sound judgment and a proactive approach to addressing needs.
• Preferred: PeopleSoft (strongly preferred) or other Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS).

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. Kirkland & Ellis offers an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off and retirement, as well as personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities.

Compensation Range (Chicago): $72,000 – $81,000

How to Apply

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