The Los Angeles office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher is looking for a HR & Benefits Intern to support our Talent Management Department. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,300 lawyers located in 16offices in six countries.

The HR & Benefits Intern will work closely with the HR & Benefits Department team to support the open enrollment process, staff events and general HR activities. The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious and have the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and maintain confidential information at all times. Additionally, candidates will have strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This a great opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a law firm environment. Candidates should be willing to work in office three days a week preferably Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 

At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.

• Support with several routine administrative tasks such as but not limited to:

• Support various aspects of annual Open Enrollment preparation.
• Gathering and drafting of pertinent open enrollment and benefits communications.
• Assist with presenting Staff benefits orientation.
• Assist in coordinating onsite wellness and benefits events/activities.
• Maintaining Covid vaccination records for CA personnel.

• Provide exceptional administrative support to attorneys and staff while maintaining communication with attorneys, staff and managers.
• Work on department specific projects as assigned by your manager.
• Perform additonal tasks, as needed. 

• Must be in the process of completing an associates, undergraduate degree. 
• Ability to work year-round.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to have strong organizational and time management while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build interpersonal relationships.
• Previous office experience a plus.

• Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances.
• Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.
• Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals.
• Ability to carry light objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 25lbs.

• Non-Exempt
• In-office

This position is a part-time hourly role and benefits eligibility will be more limited. Candidates should direct questions about benefits to the hiring manager for clarification as needed.

Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.

Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.