Financial Terms Management Associate Analyst

Sidley Austin LLP is a leading law firm, and they are seeking a Financial Terms Management Associate Analyst to provide operational and administrative support to their Financial Terms Management team. This entry-level position involves managing request intake processes, supporting documentation practices, and assisting with system configuration and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the central Financial Terms Management mailbox, serving as the first point of contact for incoming requests and transitions. Review and organize incoming messages; categorize requests by type
• Enter and track each request in Smartsheet-based work management trackers, assigning ownership, categorizing by request type, and setting the initial workflow stage in collaboration with team leadership
• Route or escalate complex or ambiguous requests to team leadership for review, direction, or prioritization as appropriate
• Monitor request status, follow up on outstanding items, and support end-to-end visibility for intake activities
• Support the organization and retention of documents in NetDocs in accordance with firm and team policies
• Assist in documenting financial terms in both systems and supporting materials, ensuring information is recorded accurately and consistently, as directed
• Assist in maintaining validation lists and centralized financial terms configurations
• Support system testing activities related to workflow changes, new feature rollouts, or financial term enhancements, as directed by team leadership
• Participate in data cleanup and integrity checks to support the accuracy and reliability of financial terms data
• Support team leadership in identifying and evaluating process improvements and automation opportunities by providing observations, feedback, and relevant data from daily activities
• Assist team leadership with the documentation of current workflows, procedures, and training materials to inform process reviews and updates
• Provide input and logistical support to team leadership on special projects focused on technology enhancements, process improvements, and workflow optimization
• Provide general support to assist the team with other business process activities and priorities as needed

Skills

• Bachelor's degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications
• 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
• Experience in an administrative, operational, or finance-related role
• Experience with Smartsheet, Intapp, 3E, or similar workflow and financial systems
• Familiarity with legal or professional services environments

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits program

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