Alumni Relations Assistant
For the New York Office of a Premier International Law FirmThis is a filled position.
Responsibilities include:
- Organize associate farewell dinners, including: research potential venues, track RSVPs and expense trends, and arrange three-month follow-up outreach; assist with logistical details for alumni events;
- Update the alumni website including finding links and stories for website publication, create and maintain Google Alerts, upload seminar videos and photos, and draft content for publication;
- Maintain list of alumni interview candidates; update list of potential alumni speakers; track alumni client updates and business referrals; update alumni database;
- Assist with administrative duties including scheduling exit interviews, departmental meetings and conference calls, updating informational materials, and maintaining calendars and contacts;
- Provide budgetary assistance by tracking expenses.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree; 1-3 years of experience (can include internship, externship or fellowship);
- Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills;
- Ability to multitask and follow projects through to completion;
- Professional demeanor and emotional intelligence; discretion in handling sensitive material;
- Demonstrates initiative and critical thinking skills; creative approach to problem solving; inquisitive mind and the desire to learn and gain experience;
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm in contributing to the department's overall success; ability to work independently and as a member of the team; flexibility to work overtime and evening events.