Business Intake Coordinator
About the role
Job ID: 9053
Updated: Nov 5, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL, United States
Category: Risk Management
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About Kirkland & Ellis
At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do
Do you thrive at the intersection of precision, problem-solving, and collaboration in a fast-paced professional environment? As a Business Intake Coordinator, you will play a critical role in supporting the Firm’s risk management and business intake processes, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of client and matter information across the organization.
In This Role, You Will
- Review all new requests for an information search, new client, new matter, revision, or securities search. Responsible for collecting background information on all parties involved.
- Works with specialists, analysts, and other team members to address time sensitive issues for routine pre-engagement, large litigation, and restructuring related matters.
- Serve as public face of New Business and Conflicts. Answer the Business Intake Conflicts phone line and handle and/or refer as appropriate.
- Responsible for follow-up and processing of all intake requests pending action by an approver, submitter, or submitting attorney to ensure compliance.
- Assist with processing new client and new matter forms and amending requests for clarity, completeness, and additional parties when needed.
- Responsible for directing unidentifiable materials and calls to the appropriate positions or department while demonstrating high levels of professionalism and sensitivity.
- Be available for emergency matters, including evenings and weekends.
- Special projects as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- A bachelor’s degree is required.
- Two to three years of experience in risk, research, reference library work, conflicts searching, or related experience is preferred.
- A desire to work in a flexible environment with an ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities is a must.
- The ideal candidate must interact well with people at all levels with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Compensation
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
Compensation Range:
Chicago: $67,000-$83,000
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and criminal histories consistent with local laws.
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or
mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-LB1Job ID: 9053
Updated: Nov 5, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL, United States
Category: Risk Management
Apply Now
Share:
About Kirkland & Ellis
At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do
Do you thrive at the intersection of precision, problem-solving, and collaboration in a fast-paced professional environment? As a Business Intake Coordinator, you will play a critical role in supporting the Firm’s risk management and business intake processes, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of client and matter information across the organization.
In This Role, You Will
- Review all new requests for an information search, new client, new matter, revision, or securities search. Responsible for collecting background information on all parties involved.
- Works with specialists, analysts, and other team members to address time sensitive issues for routine pre-engagement, large litigation, and restructuring related matters.
- Serve as public face of New Business and Conflicts. Answer the Business Intake Conflicts phone line and handle and/or refer as appropriate.
- Responsible for follow-up and processing of all intake requests pending action by an approver, submitter, or submitting attorney to ensure compliance.
- Assist with processing new client and new matter forms and amending requests for clarity, completeness, and additional parties when needed.
- Responsible for directing unidentifiable materials and calls to the appropriate positions or department while demonstrating high levels of professionalism and sensitivity.
- Be available for emergency matters, including evenings and weekends.
- Special projects as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- A bachelor’s degree is required.
- Two to three years of experience in risk, research, reference library work, conflicts searching, or related experience is preferred.
- A desire to work in a flexible environment with an ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities is a must.
- The ideal candidate must interact well with people at all levels with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Compensation
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
Compensation Range:
Chicago: $67,000-$83,000
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and criminal histories consistent with local laws.
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or
mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-LB1
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 2-3 years experience in risk, research, reference library work, conflicts searching, or related field preferred.
- Ability to adapt quickly, maintain accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism while interacting with all levels.
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