Client Engagement Terms Senior Analyst

Skadden,-Arps,-Slate,-Meagher-; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP seeks a Client Engagement Terms Senior Analyst in the New York office (hybrid). The role involves reviewing OCG, DDQ, and RFP terms, coordinating cross-functional reviews, and advancing the BIS-driven client contracting process from intake through execution.

The ideal candidate has a JD-appropriate level of understanding, four-plus years in a law firm, and strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills to support partners and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; minimum four years of law firm experience.
• Excellent close-reading, analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Analyze documents and data, interpret results, summarize findings, and present to partners and management.
• Review and analyze OCG, DDQ, and RFP; manage information collection and draft responses.
• Support new business intake by confirming operative engagement terms through BIS; facilitate conflicts clearance and drafting of engagement letters.
• Liaise with Partners, Client Engagement Committee members, and clients.
• Update documentation and maintain BIS-related records; provide ongoing internal reporting.

Skills

Close-reading

Analytical

Troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Discretion

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Outlook

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Aderant Expert

Relational databases

Job description

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.The OpportunityWe are seeking a Client Engagement Terms Senior Analyst to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York office (hybrid). The Client Engagement Terms Senior Analyst plays an integral role in assisting the Firm in managing and responding to the evolving landscape of client-driven requests and engagement terms, centrally involving Outside Counsel Guidelines (“OCG”), Due Diligence Questionnaires (“DDQ”), Requests for Proposal (“RFP”), and modification to the Firm’s standard engagement letter; in this way, working closely with both Firm management, partners, and relevant Firm department personnel, the Senior Client Engagement Terms Analyst will review and analyze documents and data, execute projects, and perform other functions related to maintaining and analyzing client relationships to meet the evolving needs of the Firm. This role is responsible for assisting with the end-to-end client contracting process, including intake of new client requests and terms, coordination of cross-functional reviews, tracking of client contracts through execution, and ongoing internal reporting through the Firm’s Business Intake System (“BIS”). The Senior Client Engagement Terms Analyst will liaise directly with the Firm’s Partners, Client Engagement Committee members, and clients.Analyzes documents and data, interprets results, summarizes findings, and presents to partners and management for effective decision making.Reviews and analyzes OCG and other client engagement terms such as master retention agreements, to identify relevant issues of concern to the Firm and draft internal and external facing responses related thereto.Reviews and analyzes DDQ and RFP, managing the collection of cross-functional information, and drafting internal and external facing responses relating thereto.Support the new business intake process by confirming operative OCG-driven engagement terms through the BIS to facilitate conflicts of interest clearance and the drafting of Firm engagement letters.Leverages available technology resources to assist in analysis of OCG and DDQ/RFP related assignments (e.g., A.I./Machine Learning; SQL-based queries; Firm Dashboard).Serves as resource and a central point of contact regarding OCG and DDQ/RFP related content.Updates departmental documentation relating to OCG and DDQ/RFP analysis.Reviews documentation and creates database records summarizing OCG-related terms; performs ongoing maintenance of related database, including escalation of outstanding records.Understands and responds to inquiries and requests made by attorneys, legal assistants and other business services professionals and demonstrates this understanding using effective communication.Handles multiple client analysis projects and works closely with management, partners, and other Firm stakeholders across departments as needed to achieve the Firm’s objectives.Liaises with various Firm personnel and administrative departments as necessary to complete assignments; maintains multiple touchpoints with the Client Accounting department to facilitate seamless coordination.RequirementsBachelor’s DegreeMinimum of four years of law firm exp.Excellent close-reading, analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skillsKnowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems and actively interact with same (e.g., Aderant Expert, A.I., relational databases)Demonstrates close attention to detailAbility to handle multiple projects and shifting prioritiesAbility to synthesize, interpret and summarize information in a clear, concise mannerAbility to use discretion, handle sensitive matters, maintain confidentiality and exercise independent and sound judgmentAbility to read, interpret and follow instructionsAbility to prioritize work and meet deadlinesDemonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writingAbility to work well independently as well as effectively through collaboration within a teamFlexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needsThe starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.Salary Details$115,000 - $125,000EEO StatementSkadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Alex Taylor at [phone].Skadden Equal Employment Opportunity PolicySkadden Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyApplicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment LawApplicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment LawIn accordance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule,Transparency in Coverage