Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator

The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.

Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies.

At Proskauer, we benefit from the breadth of views and the unique contributions that a diverse workforce brings to our organization. We fully understand that our commitment to diversity is essential to our commitment to excellence. Our dedication to this principle is reflected not only in how we embrace the diversity of all professionals at Proskauer, but also in the long‐standing support we have given to the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to creating a work environment and culture that embraces our core values of teamwork, respect, professional integrity and diversity.

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator serves as an important member of the Firmwide DEI team and leads the execution of all administrative functions of the DEI team, coordinating events/programs and providing support for special projects as needed.  The Coordinator supports all aspects of the Firm’s DEI efforts and interfaces with constituents, internally and externally, to ensure the success of all such efforts.

• Leads logistical planning and execution of DEI focused programs and events, related to professional development and training, affinity network and heritage month events, and recruiting and pipeline programs
• Coordinates and tracks firm sponsorships of diversity events
• Assists in the preparation of the diversity budget and tracking of related expenses and invoices
• Assist the DEI Team with monthly reports on diversity-related firm statistics 
• Assists in the implementation and execution of diversity seminars, workshops and trainings for all employees
• Drafts and updates diversity marketing materials (brochures, website, etc.)
• Other responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• 3+ years experience working in a professional services environment or law firm preferred
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and with high degree of attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple, time-sensitive tasks effectively and work well in a high-pressure environment, with a wide range of professionals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and client service-oriented environment 
• Availability to work overtime, as needed

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer’s offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation for this position is $60,000 - $75,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Proskauer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.