To support the London office in keeping accurate origination records,
adhering to Firm policy, rules and regulations in relation to Client Credit.
Main responsibilities
Daily maintenance of Client Origination records
Daily distribution of Client Origination memos
Management of Client Origination databases
Management of several monthly Reports
Understand the Client Origination processes
Ensure processes are followed in accordance with the guidelines
set by global Client Origination function
Prioritise specialised Client Origination projects including
development of databases to ensure accurate record keeping
Specific research in relation to the Firm's industry key clients
to rationalise Client Origination allocation
Identify and prioritise resolution of incorrect allocations
Liaise with global Client Origination team in Chicago to
prioritise resolution of aged inquiries
Actively review and prioritise backlog of outstanding inquiries to
ensure award of arrangements
Consult with senior stakeholders face to face on a regular basis
to gather information and preparing summaries for the Client
Origination Manager
Review matters opened to ensure correct assignment
Respond promptly to inquiries from Partners, Associates and PAs on
Client Origination queries
Manage / deliver bespoke reports and analysis requested by the
Senior Client Origination Manager at periodic intervals or on an
ad-hoc basis and interpret results
Manage ad hoc research projects
Develop an effective working relationship with Partners and Associates
Work with and supporting colleagues within the Matter Opening team
to ensure new matters are assigned correctly
Travel requirements: None
About the team
Function
The Finance & Accounting department has a culture of excellence -
it's far more than just a back office function. We provide valuable
financial advice and support to the business and its stakeholders.
Our London team is led by our Finance Director and is structured into
two broad areas:
1) Reporting and Accounting:
This function looks after all of the Firm's reporting needs, both
internal and external. This includes strategic planning and budgeting,
management accounts, statutory accounts and tax work.
2) Finance Operations This team is responsible for the
day-to-day operations, including billing, collections, cash management
& treasury, allocation of work origination and client monies.
You will report to: Senior Client Origination Manager
Your direct reports, if any: None
Key relationships
Fee earning staff
Finance team
Global client Administration teams
Technical skills, qualifications and experience
Experience of working within a professional services environment
preferred although not essential
Knowledge of SAP helpful
Previous business administrative experience helpful
Previous experience in Finance would be beneficial, however not
essential as full training will be provided
Good academic credentials (or equivalent experience), at least
educated to GCSE and A Level
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and
verbal and the ability to interact effectively at all levels
Experience of working with Partners and Associates and the ability
to develop strong relationships and to influence and challenge effectively
Desire to learn and to keep up to date with developments
Able to present information concisely and professional
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel with experience with
spreadsheets, and ability to provide financial information and use
spreadsheets as required
Sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgement and
strong operational focus and a team player
Deal with sensitive information in an appropriate manner
Ability to take initiative and manage own workload
Ability to work calmly under pressure and to challenging deadlines
Flexible in attitude and approach to work with a willingness to
work beyond core hours when required
Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social and academic
backgrounds found in the Firm
Excellent attention to detail essential
Delivers high quality work
Personal qualities
These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high
performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location.
Know how
Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to
anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distills a range
of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner
Has the capacity to take on new ideas and develop knowledge and
think holistically about business and address media, analyst,
employee, and client audiences
Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different
approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with the agility of mind and
capacity for analysis and synthesis
Dedication
Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds
exemplary quality standards
Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative and is
self reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible
Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands
Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations
Personal Impact
Uses complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies,
adapted to people, organizations, and/or the situation, e.g. networks
Leverages direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration
across the organization
Builds partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges
individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root
belief large-scale
Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships
through collaboration and reciprocity
Negotiates to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes; shows good
judgment on when to stand strong and when to compromise
Invests in, nurtures, and builds a network of productive relationships
Humanity
Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the
respect of others by being transparent
Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others
as people
Treats delicate or confidential issues with grace and discretion.
Why Join Us?
Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise
many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations
through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does
not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their
role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest
standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave
in a collaborative and fulfilling way.
In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also
our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie
London is well established in the UK as a leading international law
firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most
high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and
experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office
environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive.
The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of
recent awards, including:
Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law
Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st
The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2021-2022: currently ranked 52nd
Thomson Reuters ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for
the last 12 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border.
For the 14th consecutive year, the Firm was ranked first for deals
with emerging market involvement, by both number of announced and
completed deals.
Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in
in its annual survey in 2020.
Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women
by Working Mother magazine, 2011-2021.
Received a a Gold Award in Stonewall's Global Workplace Equality
Index of Top Global Employers for LGBTQ+ Inclusion.
Ranked as one of the Top 20 Employers in the 2023 Social Mobility
Employer Index.
Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022
Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm
award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021
Winner of the Gender Diversity International Firm, Talent
Management International Firm, and Work-Life Balance International
Firm awards in the Euromoney
Women in Business Law Asia Awards 2021
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Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity
As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are
foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of
individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas,
and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex
problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple
perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity,
culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity and expression, disability, parental status, education,
social background and life experience of our people.
Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our
clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted
ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity
at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to
advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of
strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals. Our strategic
vision is supported in London by six active employee led networks
which champion diversity, lead on a number of internal campaigns and
deliver a range of activity to celebrate differences in identity,
inclusion, and key dates throughout the year including: LGBT+ History
Month, International Women's Day, International Trans Day of
Visibility, Mental Health Awareness Week, Pride, Black History Month,
Social Mobility Week, International Day of Disabled Persons and many more!
Baker McKenzie London has been accredited by Disability Confident,
joining over 18,000 organisations that have signed up to help change
behaviours and cultures in businesses, networks and communities and
reap the benefits of inclusive recruitment practices.
