Pro Bono Coordinator

Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP in New York seeks a Pro Bono Coordinator to support the firm’s pro bono program alongside the Head Pro Bono Counsel and Senior Pro Bono Manager.

This role delivers administrative and logistical support, maintains the pro bono database, coordinates initiatives, and assists with reporting, ensuring opportunities are posted and tracked.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 1+ years of relevant experience, strong communication, and Spanish language skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ years of relevant work experience; law firm or legal services experience preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational, administrative and logistical support for the Firm’s pro bono practice.
• Supports the Head Pro Bono Counsel and Senior Pro Bono Manager in highlighting pro bono opportunities.
• Coordinates and provides administrative support to pro bono initiatives and projects.
• Assists with development of new pro bono programming and initiatives.
• Maintains the Firm’s pro bono database and tracks all pro bono matters.
• Oversees posting and distribution of pro bono opportunities and opens/closes matters in firm systems.
• Supports year-end reporting and maintains program data metrics.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

Team player

Spanish language

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Pro Bono Coordinator works alongside the Firm’s Head Pro Bono Counsel and Senior Pro Bono Manager to coordinate administrative matters relating to the Firm’s pro bono practice.

• Provides operational, administrative and logistical support for the Firm’s pro bono practice;
• Supports the Head Pro Bono Counsel and Senior Pro Bono Manager in efforts to highlight and enhance pro bono opportunities at the Firm;
• Coordinates and provides administrative support to special and ongoing pro bono initiatives and projects;
• Assists with the development of new pro bono programming and initiatives;
• Assists with maintaining the Firm’s pro bono database and tracking all pro bono matters to ensure information is kept up-to-date;
• Oversees the posting and distribution of pro bono opportunities;
• Responsible for opening and closing matters in the Firm’s systems;
• Supports the Senior Pro Bono Manager in year-end reporting processes, as needed;
• Maintains records/data of program metrics throughout the year;
• Supports the Senior Pro Bono Manager with the completion of surveys, submissions and other similar materials that relate to pro bono matters;
• Responds to reporting inquiries from legal service organizations and clearing houses;
• Provides administrative support to the Firm’s Children’s Hospital Program Director;
• Assists with the coordination of the Firm’s Summer Associate Pro Bono Program;
• Assists with associate and summer associate departure procedures to ensure pro bono cases are transitioned appropriately;
• Monitors publications, Google alerts, etc. for any mention of pro bono and community service related awards and recognition that the Firm has or should participate in etc.;
• Keeps abreast of pro bono best practices through involvement with external pro bono professional organizations/groups; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree required;
• 1+ years of relevant work experience; law firm and/or legal services organization experience strongly preferred;
• Fluency in Spanish language strongly preferred;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook;
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Must have the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects and work well under pressure to complete assignments in an accurate and timely manner;
• Must be self-motivated and able to proactively identify team needs;
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise a high standard of judgment and discretion;
• Must be able to work as a team player in a fast-paced environment;
• Interest in and commitment to social justice and immigration;
• Experience in trauma-informed, client-centered approach; and
• Availability to work overtime as needed.

This position is located in our New York office. The hours for this position are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 plus overtime. The actual salary offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, licensure or certification obtained. Market and Firm factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and discretionary bonus(es), we offer a generous employee benefits package including, but not limited to, paid time off, medical, dental, vision care, 401(k) and substantial health club discounts.