Vacancies at Baker McKenzie

Key Responsibilities 

• Acting in international arbitrations under major institutional rules (ICC, LCIA, DIAC, ICSID, AFSA, UNCITRAL)
• Working on multi-jurisdictional investigations involving regulatory authorities, internal compliance, and asset recovery
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and expert submissions
• Examining witnesses and presenting oral arguments before international tribunals
• Collaborating with colleagues across our global network on cross-border matters

Experience 

• Strong experience in international dispute resolution or investigations, gained through legal practice, judicial clerkships, or academic research at mid-level or senior associate level
• We welcome applications from both attorneys and advocates with relevant training and expertise

Academic and Professional Background

• A strong academic record in law 
• Additional qualifications in international law, arbitration, or related fields are advantageous
• Candidates returning from international roles or studies are encouraged to apply

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Main responsibilities

Pitch Content Strategy & Development:

• Lead the creation and management of high-quality pitch content, ensuring alignment with the firm’s business objectives and competitive positioning
• Develop strong, client-centric value propositions for competitive bids, panel submissions, and key client proposals
• Provide strategic input on content development, messaging, and storytelling to enhance proposal effectiveness

Content management & process optimization:

• Lead the development, management, and implementation of a robust content repository and governance framework
• Oversee the processes, technologies, and platforms that support pitch content creation, storage, and accessibility
• Ensure all pitch content in the content library is up-to-date, well-organized, and easily retrievable by relevant stakeholders; Keep teams accountable for content management and regular updates through strong project management
• Develop and implement best practices for content reuse, content updates, and customization to enhance efficiency and build a scalable knowledge base
• Leverage data analytics for content tracking, management, and timely updates, ensuring the most effective messaging is amplified. Tracking winning content to identify patterns of success with optimized future pitches

Stakeholder engagement & subject matter expertise:

• Act as the primary contact for developing the latest client solutions, firm services, and industry trends to support pitches and proposals, in collaboration with partners, GCP, and BDMC teams
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subject matter experts across the organization to ensure content accuracy and relevance
• Stay informed on emerging content trends and competitive insights to refine and enhance pitch materials
• Develop and share regular content management reports with stakeholders to drive high content engagement and usage

Training & best practices:

• Lead training initiatives to upskill teams on best practices for pitch content creation and proposal development
• Develop guidelines, playbooks, and training materials to ensure consistency and effectiveness in pitching, using centrally available pitch content
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, improvements, and knowledge sharing across the organization

Technical skills, qualifications and experience:

• A bachelor's degree
• Proven experience in pitch delivery, pitch content development, proposal writing, or related business development roles, within a competitive, client-focused professional services industry
• Strong leadership experience, able to manage teams, influence stakeholders and drive content excellence
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and communication skills, able to translate complex solutions into compelling client narratives
• Expertise in content management tools, proposal automation software, and knowledge-sharing platforms
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset and a keen understanding of competitive positioning
• Experience in training, coaching, and developing best practices for pitch and proposal writing
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple business units
• Excellent project management skills, keeping multiple projects on track and meeting deadlines
• Client service focus, flexibility, can-do attitude; motivated and enthusiastic; personal drive and energy
• Gravitas to train and influence groups of partners or senior members of the Firm
• Serve as a role model for all team members

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Responsibilities:

• Policy Development: Develop standards and policy relating to the type of space, size of space, and build-out parameters that would better standardize a global approach and manage cost
• Lease Management: Maintain and manage a centralized database of all global leases to support decision-making processes, driving a proactive approach, ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely renewals, and compliance with lease terms
• Negotiation: Support offices with negotiations for lease renewals, amendments, new leases, and build-out vendor and supplier agreements, leveraging market research and alternative options to secure favorable terms, supporting decision-making through benchmarks on space utilization and market trends
• Build relationships and offer support and guidance to the Firm’s Chief Executives, Regional Operating Officers and the Global Management Committee
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to assess occupancy costs, budget for potential increases, and explore options for financial incentives or concessions from landlords
• Market Research: Compare current market rates for similar properties, investigate alternative locations, and understand landlord positions and market conditions
• Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, review changes in zoning laws or building codes, and consult with legal and procurement on lease terms, liabilities and reporting obligations
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for lease management, optimizing space utilization and supporting fit for purpose, remote/flexible work trends
• Technology Integration: Assist and collaborate with IT in developing standards for AV and IT equipment in our office refurbs and relocations.
• Employee Amenities: Evaluate amenities that enhance employee satisfaction and productivity, ensuring the workspace promotes a healthy and safe environment
• Support the ESG objectives by tracking and reporting sustainability metrics, collaborating with our CSO to ensure progress related to the Firm’s targets (i.e. LEEDs, BREEAM, etc).

Skills and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, real estate, finance, or related courses
• Strong experience in lease administration, real estate management, or a related role in a multi-continent environment
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing complex lease agreements, considering local language requirements during lease negotiations and review of terms
• Able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams with multiple stakeholders, brokerage firms, as well as individually
• Excellent project management and budgeting skills
• Solid and verifiable experience with local and international real estate regulations and compliance
• Proficient in lease management software and tools
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound understanding of law firm structure and environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• A passion for learning new tools and systems (e.g. Real Estate hub, SAP, etc.) and data management is necessary
• Keen attention to detail with a commitment to data accuracy and integrity
• Effective time management ability and prioritization are essential to meet deadlines, ensuring individual project success
• Able to make effective, accurate decisions and judgment calls resulting in workplace improvements, profitability and best practices
• Positivity and the adoption of a solution-based approach in all aspects of work