Client Arrangements Specialist

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. With us, you’ll find: A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!  Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.  Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.    Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.   Job Description:Position Summary:The Client Arrangements Specialist supports the Client Arrangements department through data entry in the implementation of client fee arrangements and requirements as requested by Client Accounting, Legal Assistants and Client Arrangements Analysts. This position partners closely with the Client Arrangements Supervisor and Analyst to interpret and improve the client arrangements cycle. The Client Arrangements Specialist works under direct supervision and relies on instructions and guidelines to perform the essential functions of the job.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Provide data entry support in actioning of rate setup change requests as approved by team leadershipOversee the assignment of Change Requests to responsible Analysts based on Practice Group assignmentProvide data entry support for new and to be updated Non-Standard Arrangements in the Client Arrangements Non-Standard Arrangements RepositoryOversee the Client Arrangements Group Inbox and alert team to time sensitive/urgent inquiriesAssist in providing timely response to inquiries on client arrangement termsProvide support in requests for time, billing, and disbursement rules setupJob Specifications:Bachelor’s degreeKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)Prior experience with electronic billing systems, Aderant Expert and Rate Hierarchy a plusStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong client service, analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent organizational skills and strong attention to detailAbility to work under tight deadlines and prioritize res...