Supervisor, Paralegal Services

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm. About Us Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers. The Opportunity We are seeking a Supervisor, Paralegal Services to join our Firm. This position will be based in our DC office (hybrid). Supervises day-to-day activities of Paralegal Services team (“the team”). Works with Director of Paralegal Services to oversee the progress of ongoing projects and initiatives. Responsible for department administration, recruiting, staff oversight, training and employee development, performance management, and general process improvement in the DC office (in partnership with Office Administrative Director). Coordinates and oversees department projects, day-to-day operations, and long-range plans. Oversees paralegals across practice groups: transactional, regulatory, and litigation practice areas. Coordinates daily workflow, distributes assignments, oversees workloads, and monitors utilization. Develops and communicates departmental guidelines and procedures and implements departmental goals and objectives. Works with Administrative Coordinator and Team Leaders to monitor administrative responsibilities of paralegals including time entries, expense reports, attendance, absence requests, and overtime, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm policies. Manages and addresses staffing requests efficiently including last-minute and off-hour requests, coordinating with other offices as needed. Coordinates notary and apostille requests. Oversees the Mentor Program. Ensures accurate and timely responses to requests for departmental services. Consults with attorneys and works closely with Management to ensure proper daily and long-term workflow and assignments of attorney/paralegal teams. Participates in the interviewing, selection, and training process. Coordinates training and team building initiatives in collaboration with the global Paralegal Management team. Effectively utilizes the Firm's performance management process to communicate performance expectations, monitor performance, coach employees, and manage unsatisfactory performance. Recommends and participates in disciplinary procedures in collaboration with the People Team. Provides ongoing guidance to paralegals including on case management best practices and training initiatives. Id