Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP

Pro Bono Coordinator

Department
Pro Bono

OVERVIEW

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.

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 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;
  • Provides administrative support to the Firm’s pro bono immigration docket;
  • 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;
  • Coordinates case opening and closing procedures as well as staff departure/transition procedures;
  • Maintains records/data of program metrics throughout the year;
  • Supports the Head Pro Bono Counsel and Senior Pro Bono Manager with the completion of pro bono reporting processes, surveys, submissions and other similar;
  • 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;
  • Monitors publications and alerts related to the Firm’s pro bono work;
  • Keeps abreast of pro bono best practices through involvement with external pro bono professional organizations and non-profit partners; and
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 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 public interest and immigration law;
  • Experience in trauma-informed, client-centered work preferred; 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.

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