Talent Operations Coordinator

Dechert LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dechert LLP seeks a Talent Operations Coordinator to support Talent Advisory, Recruiting, Total Rewards and Development with a focus on data management and employment processes. This role requires discretion, strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Reporting to the Global Talent Operations Director, you will manage data in VI and Workday, generate HR reports, assist with onboarding, background checks, and employee lifecycle activities, while supporting early careers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in human resources, recruiting, or talent operations.
• Strong technical skills in Workday and VI systems, with data extraction and manipulation ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain data accuracy across VI and Workday systems.
• Generate reports on recruiting, training, and HR metrics for stakeholders.
• Assist with staffing assignments, training tracking, and evaluations.
• Support pre/post-employment processes, onboarding and exit interviews.
• Support early careers transition and mentor programs.

Skills

Data management

Reporting & analytics

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

Workday

VI systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Global Talent Operations Director, the Talent Operations Coordinator will provide critical support across the Talent Advisory, Recruiting, Total Rewards and Development functions with a focus on data management, employment processes, and early careers support. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Management: Maintain and ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency of data across VI and Workday systems.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate and deliver requested reports on recruiting, training, and HR metrics, ensuring timely and accurate insights for stakeholders.
• Junior Transactional Pool Support: Assist with staffing assignments, tracking training compliance and attendance, and coordinating mid-year and end-of-year evaluations.
• Early Careers Transition: Support the transition of US summer associates to fall associates, including bar prep communication and short-term loan coordination.
• Employment Processes: Support pre- and post-employment processes, including background and conflicts check processing, new hire onboarding, and exit interview scheduling.
• Development and Engagement: Support the mentor program, fall associate orientation, and associate surveys.
• Compliance: Ensure all data handling and reporting practices align with firm policies and applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in human resources, recruiting, talent operations, or a professional services environment.
• Strong technical skills in Workday and/or VI systems, with the ability to extract, and manipulate data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.