Global Strategy Assistant

Kobre & Kim consistently seeks exceptional candidates with the talent to deliver outstanding service that anticipates client needs. Position Details: Kobre & Kim relies heavily on its referral network to sustain an active pipeline of matters. We are the only law firm in the world that proactively manages, in a centralized and coordinated fashion, incoming and outgoing referrals of work through a dedicated Relationship Management team. The ideal candidate is someone who will have a deep interest in the nuances and dynamics of business relationships, a passion for putting their critical thinking abilities to the test through conducting in-depth market research and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. Location: New York Requirements: The Kobre & Kim Relationship Management Assistant will: Identify outgoing referral sources that best meet the requester’s needs, including by soliciting feedback from relevant internal stakeholders; Prioritize outgoing referral recipients based on their value to the firm; and Facilitate communication between internal and external stakeholders involved in referrals. Conduct Research Determine specifications of referral requester needs. Research potential candidates and determine their ability to meet these specifications. Identify short list of candidates that fulfill these requirements. Manage stakeholder needs Prioritize short list based on your thoughts as to their relative value to the firm. Provide well-crafted rationale as to support your selection and recommendation. Recommend how best to execute your recommendation including who should make the call to referrer and what should they say. Focus on Continuous Improvement Track recommendations versus partner decisions When discrepancies exist, memorialize them. Capture learning and apply learnings in future outgoing referrals. Monitor execution of outgoing referrals Track in-market outcomes as much as possible - was recommended candidate contacted, pursued and hired, etc. Manage the updating of new contact information in the firm’s business intelligence system, OnePlace (Salesforce platform) Requirements: Recent college graduate from a top university or college 1-2 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience at a law firm preferred, but not required Strong business acumen, project management, and analytical skills Extraordinary attention to detail and demonstrates an intellectual curiosity Superior presentation, writing, and interpersonal skills; the ability to interact credibly, diplomatically, and effectively with all levels within the firm, tailoring communications for different groups and stakeholders A consultative, collaborative, and highly client-service oriented approach Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite At the time of posting, the salary range for this role is $52,000 (minimum) – $79,000 (maximum). The successful candidate’s actual salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, training, skills, and market data. Company Description: Kobre & Kim is a conflict-free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations, often involving fraud and misconduct. Recognized as the premier firm for cross-border disputes, the firm has a particular focus on financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement and asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations. With more than 400 employees throughout the firm’s 15 global office locations, Kobre & Kim recognizes the value of incorporating diverse perspectives and professional disciplines to generate the most effective solutions for clients. Further information about the firm is available at www.kobrekim.com Kobre & Kim employees take pride in providing our clients around the world with service that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and clients we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work. Kobre & Kim values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law. Kobre & Kim is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Kobre & Kim recognizes that its greatest asset is its people. Our reputation for excellence is determined by innovation, passion and dedication. Members of the team enjoy unparalleled career development, including the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile matters.

Salary : $52,000 - $79,000