Client Contracts Analyst

Why SeyfarthThis position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City.At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.The OpportunityAs part of the firm’s Office of General Counsel, the Client Contracts Analyst involves the exercise of discretion and independent judgment in reviewing, negotiating, documenting, and managing non-standard client engagement terms, outside counsel guidelines, and requests for proposals (RFPs). The position collaborates closely with a compliance paralegal to oversee workflow and support the tracking and reporting of key statistics and trends related to client engagement documentation.The role is also responsible for maintaining and optimizing the firm’s client engagement document database (Intapp Terms), ensuring it serves as an effective tool for mitigating risk. Acting as a central liaison, this position facilitates communication and coordination among various firm departments involved in client acquisition and intake, firm leadership, relationship partners, and other professional staff.The Day-To-DayOn Any Given Day, You WillReview, negotiate, track, document, and store Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCGs), non-standard engagement letters, GDPR documentation, RFPs, and other client contracts to ensure compliance with the firm’s ethical and business obligations.Draft correspondence to address terms of engagement that do not align with Seyfarth’s policies, procedures, ethics, loss prevention, and risk tolerance. Negotiate directly with clients at direction of relationship partner.Maintain an efficient and transparent depository and quick-reference resource(s) regarding client engagement terms.Solicit and coordinate feedback and approval on non-standard client contracts from Seyfarth subject matter experts.Implement client requirements such as obtaining conflicts searches on clients’ corporate affiliates, requesting ethical or confidentiality walls, providing client notices, updating and maintaining the firm’s various databases and document management systems.Assist in follow-up to ensure that executed engagement documents are obtained.You HaveA bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, juris doctor degree, or equivalent experienceAbility to analyze complex documents and communicate results of analysis concisely and professionally Ability to maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, and professional staffClose attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and excellent troubleshooting, proactive problem resolution, and follow-through skillsA high degree of initiative and critical-thinking skills along with the ability to exercise independent judgment , and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.Ability to learn and utilize specific internal or third-party Conflicts Department software as well as relevant firm computer software programsExcellent organizational skills, including record keeping and data collection What We ProvideSeyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.More About SeyfarthWith more than 900 lawyers across 18 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdfLocation Specific LanguageBoston: The full-time salary range for this role is $84,000 to $97,000 annually.Chicago: The full-time salary range for this role is $77,000 to $90,000 annually.Los Angeles: The full-time salary range for this role is $83,000 to $97,000 annually.San Francisco: The full-time salary range for this role is $94,000 to $109,000 annually.Seattle: The full-time salary range for this role is $83,000 to $96,000 annually.Washington, DC: The full-time salary range for this role is $83,000 to $97,000 annually.This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role in the locations listed above at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographical location and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).This position is based in Atlanta, GA 30309This position is based in Boston, MA 02210This position is based in Charlotte, NC 28202This position is based in Chicago, IL 60606This position is based in Dallas, TX 75201This position is based in Houston, TX 77002This position is based in Los Angeles, CA 90067This position is based in Los Angeles, CA 90017This position is based in New York, NY 10018This position is based in San Francisco, CA 94105This position is based in Seattle, WA 98104This position is based in Washington, DC 20001