Records Technician

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz seeks a Records Technician to support the Records Supervisor and ensure adherence to department policies and firm standards. The role involves navigating records software, maintaining files, responding to queries, and coordinating Practice Group projects while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, at least five years of records experience, and experience in a law firm; proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook is

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Five years of related records experience required.
• Prior experience in a law firm environment.
• Proficient with standard office software and records systems.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding and navigating records software programs.
• Maintain and update records and files in accordance with procedures.
• Respond to queries about records and files with accurate information.
• Transfer inactive files to storage following guidelines.
• Research information from files in response to requests.
• Gather materials from departments and employees for filing.
• Track materials removed to ensure timely return of borrowed items.
• Coordinate projects specific to Practice Groups.

Skills

Recordkeeping systems

Legal field concepts

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Interfacing with internal clients

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Lift 50 lb boxes

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Summary

The Records Technician plays a crucial role in providing direct support to the Records Supervisor and assumes responsibility for ensuring adherence to the Records department policies and the Firm’s standards.

Summary

The Records Technician plays a crucial role in providing direct support to the Records Supervisor and assumes responsibility for ensuring adherence to the Records department policies and the Firm’s standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding and navigating records software programs.
• Maintain and update records and files in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to queries about records and files, providing accurate and timely information.
• Transfer inactive files to and from storage following file maintenance guidelines.
• Research information from files in response to requests from authorized users.
• Gather materials from various departments and employees for filing purposes.
• Track materials removed from files to ensure the time return of borrowed items.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Coordinate projects specific to Practice Groups.
• Performs tasks that support the Firm’s requirements
• Perform tasks that align with the Firm’s requirements.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• In-depth knowledge of file and recordkeeping systems and procedures.
• Familiarity with commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the legal field.
• Proficient in standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in interfacing with internal clients, such as attorneys and assistants.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressured environment.
• Adept at multitasking, organizing and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Be able to lift and carry 50 lb trans-file boxes.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of five years of related records experience required.
• Prior experience in a law firm environment.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature, etc.

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz provides competitive compensation and benefits to its employees ensuring that we attract and retain the most talented individuals. The expected base salary for this role ranges from $70,000 - $80,000. The base salary offer is based on a variety of factors which includes, but not limited to, qualifications, education and experience.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.