Paralegal Career Strategy & Trial Operations Coordinator

Jenner & Block; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenner & Block LLP is a leading law firm with offices nationwide, seeking a Coordinator, Career Strategy – Paralegal Services & Trial Support to provide administrative and operational support for paralegal development programs and firmwide trial operations. The role reports to the Manager, Career Strategy and supports the Firmwide Trial Operations Administrator.

The ideal candidate brings exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a track record of owning projects

Qualifications

• The right candidate should have high EQ and the ability to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a customer service focus and confidentiality.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required.
• Superior interpersonal, written and communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of firm personnel.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Experience using viDesktop is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining the firmwide paralegal career development framework and advancement criteria.
• Support paralegal talent management processes including onboarding coordination and development tracking.
• Help coordinate the performance evaluation process by tracking timelines and ensuring consistency.
• Serve as a day‑to‑day resource for professional development opportunities and firm policies.
• Assist in planning and coordinating meetings and training sessions across the paralegal population.
• Support resource allocation and workflow coordination by maintaining staffing trackers.

Job description

Jenner & Block LLP is a leading law firm with offices nationwide, seeking a Coordinator, Career Strategy – Paralegal Services & Trial Support to provide administrative and operational support for paralegal development programs and firmwide trial operations. The role reports to the Manager, Career Strategy and supports the Firmwide Trial Operations Administrator.

The ideal candidate brings exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a track record of owning projects