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D&I Programs Specialist
| Company | K&L Gates |
| Address | , Austin, Tx |
| Employment type | |
| Salary | $67,500 - $126,000 a year |
| Expires | 2023-06-11 |
| Posted at | 1 year ago |
At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.
We are seeking a D&I Programs Specialist to join any U.S. office. The D&I Programs Specialist will be responsible for assisting the Senior Diversity & Inclusion Manager with developing, implementing, and evaluating D&I programs, trainings, and initiatives that advance the firm’s goals in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse lawyers and administrative professionals.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and be comfortable with extracting data summaries to identify D&I best practices and to develop objectives and action plans that align with the firm’s D&I goals and commitment. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service are strongly preferred.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Work with other members of the D&I team as well as cross functional partners and departments to promote the design, implementation, and evaluation of D&I programs.
- Organize and extract data in a simple and intuitive format and present insights in a clear and concise manner.
- Develop relationships with lawyers and professional staff to become an advisor and resource for all diversity and inclusion questions and concerns, including internal, external, and client-related inquiries and opportunities.
- Collaborate with our Client Growth team to grow the firm’s internal and external D&I brand. Provide regular updates about the firm’s D&I efforts through internal newsletters and intranet as well as external social media and other marketing materials.
- Support the Senior D&I Manager in developing, implementing, and evaluating existing and new D&I programs and presentations including mentorship programs, client engagement programs, client and firm presentations, and trainings.
- Assist in the planning, coordinating, and executing the periodic Diversity Retreat including, communications, logistics, speaker engagement, etc. to ensure an impactful and seamless event.
- Support the Diversity Committee, Women in the Profession (WIP) Committee, and affiliated subcommittees and groups in executing their annual goals and objectives.
- Support the firm’s efforts to further build an inclusive culture and retain and develop a diverse workforce.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
- Support the Senior D&I Manager in tracking expenses of the department’s budget.
- Assist with the planning, coordinating, and promoting of internal and external engagements, events, and meetings including local WIP and Diversity Committee leadership meetings, conference sponsorships, firmwide speaker series, client roundtables, law school affinity group activities, cultural and heritage months/days, and other activities.
- Partner with the D&I Data Specialist in drafting and tailoring qualitative D&I requests including RFPs, client reports, and Firmwide surveys and certifications such as the Mansfield Rule, Human Rights Campaign, Disability Equality Index, Working Mother, etc.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent attention to details with interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
- 5+ years of related experience, preferably in corporate or law firm environment.
- Enjoys working with a highly collaborative team.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality of department information.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- A passion for DEI efforts.
- 3+ years of experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects.
- Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.
- Manual dexterity required for typing, reaching and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipment.
- Frequent computer and telephone use at workstation up to eight hours at a time.
- Frequently work at fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
Base Salary $67,500 - $126,000 / year
The base salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.
As required by the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants for our Los Angeles and San Francisco offices with arrest and conviction records will be considered.
ABOUT THE FIRM
K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world.
The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.
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Notice: We participate in E-Verify in certain Firm locations for purposes of verifying employment eligibility.
BENEFITS
K&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include:
- Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
- Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
- Dental Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Vision Insurance
- Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
- Health Advocacy Services
- Paid Time Off (20 days/year through first 4 years of employment; 25 days/year after 5 years of employment)
- Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
- Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
- Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
- Paid Holidays (12)
- Addiction Resources
- Family Building Benefits
- Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
- 529 Deductions
- Relocation
- Accident Insurance
- Employee Referral Program
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs
- Bereavement Leave
- All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business need. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of all unlawful harassment including, without limitation, that based on sex, race, age, disability, or national origin. The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact [email protected].
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