Data Analyst

Wilson Elser (Professional Staff Careers); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO plan

Corporate discount plans

Job summary

Wilson Elser, a leading national law firm in Chicago, seeks a Data Analyst to drive innovation and efficiencies within the firm's business solutions. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and focuses on creating reporting processes while managing financial data systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in financial systems, and skills in data analysis and reporting technologies. Join a collaborative team where your contributions will be valued.

Wilson Elser provides competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Financial Systems Administration.
• 1-3 years of experience with Aderant Financial System.
• Ability to manage data and perform data analysis.
• Knowledge of Power BI Analysis Services.
• Exceptional MS Excel understanding and debugging ability.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain reporting processes to support firm stakeholders.
• Utilize Power BI Analysis Services for data visualization and reporting.
• Perform initial analysis and refinement of data.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external resources.
• Respond to ad hoc data requests.
• Analyze and document legacy scripting routines.

Skills

Financial Systems Administration

Aderant Financial System

Data Analysis

Power BI Analysis Services

SQL Query Skills

MS Excel

VBA/Macro Understanding

JIRA Software

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Power BI

MS SQL

Excel

Job description

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long‑term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Data Analyst position in our Chicago, IL Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

This hands‑on Data Analyst position will reside within the Firm’s Business Solutions & Innovations department, where 20+ years of legacy technology and business processes are undergoing a complex and strategic overhaul, focused on efficiency, sustainability and providing a competitive industry advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain reporting processes to support firm stakeholders
• Develop an understanding and knowledge of databases supporting firm operation
• Utilize Power BI Analysis Services for data visualization and reporting
• Leverage Aderant Database & Software for financial systems reporting
• Perform initial analysis and refinement of data
• Effectively communicate with internal/external resources
• Respond to ad hoc data requests
• Effectively analyze, reverse engineer, and document legacy scripting routines

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Experience in Financial Systems Administration
• 1-3 years of recent Experience with Aderant Financial System
• Demonstrated Ability to Managing Data & Performing Data Analysis
• Working Knowledge Power BI Analysis Services
• MS SQL/SSRS/SQL Query skills required
• Exceptional MS Excel understanding, ability to debug, and develop a must
• VBA/Macro understanding and ability to debug are preferred skills
• Familiar with using JIRA software or comparable software for project and task management
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Multi‑tasker with ability to successfully manage numerous projects and tasks concurrently
• Strong oral communication skills
• Ability to draft succinct, informative, and accurate reports and recommendations
• Organizational skills to manage toward deadlines and deliverables
• Experience leading the transition, integration, and implementation of legal e‑billing platforms a plus
• Knowledge of Sequel Viewpoint Systems a plus
• Prior industry experience with mid to large sized Law Firm(s) a plus
• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in a Computer Science or related field), or substantial industry experience/expertise

Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full‑time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

$80,000 - $90,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at [e-mail].

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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