The Knowledge Management Coordinator (KM Coordinator) will be a member of the Knowledge Management (KM) department responsible for the day-to-day administration of the team. The KM Coordinator support activities related to the planning, development and execution of knowledge management initiatives across the Firm.  The KM Coordinator will have a focus on maximizing the Firm’s knowledge management resources and assisting the KM department in facilitating the integration of knowledge management throughout the Firm.

• Serve as the primary administrator for the KM collaboration site, the KM department @Sidley page and the various resource pages for KM tools by updating team information and posting appropriate material
• Assist with organization of KM department documentation including ownership and organization of the KM department NetDocuments workspaces
• Assist with preparation of materials for the KM department meetings and other presentations to firm leaders and key decision makers
• Maintain documentation including KM department policies and procedures
• Work with HR to manage the administrative aspects of onboarding new KM team members and departures
• Support the KM department with coordination of schedules for meetings and discussions
• Manage the KM calendar and the KM email inbox and distribute Quest tickets to the appropriate team members

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). 

Education and/or Experience: 

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university
• A minimum of two years of professional experience in a business or administrative capacity
• Experience supporting knowledge management or similar operational, research, or information-focused roles preferred
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint
• Strong writing and proofreading skills

Preferred:

• Ability to quickly learn new applications and technologies relevant to KM and to apply such applications and technologies
• Familiarity/knowledge of SharePoint, iManage, NetDocuments, and other systems commonly used in law firms strongly recommended

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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