Document Services Operator Wednesday to Saturday: 7:30 pm – 5:15 am CT (CA candidates: Tuesday to Saturday: 9 pm – 5:30 am CT)

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

All U.S. Offices (Schedule: Wednesday–Saturday: 7:30 pm – 5:15 am CT;  California based candidates: Tuesday–Saturday, 9 pm  – 5:30 am CT)

Do you excel at transforming complex legal documents into polished, flawless deliverables—all while beating deadlines and upholding the highest standards?

Kirkland & Ellis is seeking a highly skilled Operator to join our dynamic Document Services team. In this fast-paced, high-volume role, you’ll collaborate with attorneys and staff across the Firm to expertly format, revise, and process critical legal content. This position offers the opportunity to support high-impact client work across time zones—where precision isn’t just appreciated, it’s essential.

The set weekly schedule for this position is Wednesday–Saturday: 7:30 pm – 5:15 am CT including an hour break; California based candidates: Tuesday–Saturday, 9 pm  – 5:30 am CT.

As a Document Services Operator, you will:

• Format, revise, and convert complex legal documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat
• Perform advanced functions like updating table of authorities, cross-referencing, defined terms checks, and financial table formatting
• Create, edit, and reformat PDFs, e-closing binders, presentations, and graphic elements with precision and consistency
• Troubleshoot document issues and assist users with software questions
• Ensure all documents meet Firm standards for branding, formatting, and functionality
• Partner with attorneys and staff to understand project requirements and deliver outstanding service under tight deadlines

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone with:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent is required
• At least three years of experience in a legal or financial document processing environment
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word), Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with tools such as Litera, DocXtools, OmniPage, and Power PDF
• Strong attention to detail, excellent grammar, and the ability to follow complex written instructions
• A proactive mindset and a commitment to service excellence
• The ability to work a set weekly schedule:
  • Wednesday to Saturday:  7:30 pm – 5:15 am CT including an hour break
    (California-based candidates: Tuesday–Saturday, 9 pm  – 5:30 am CT)

At Kirkland, you’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team that values accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism. You’ll play a direct role in supporting attorneys with client-facing work while developing your skills with cutting-edge technology and top-tier support.

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago, New York City, Los Angeles, Washington D.C. and Bay Area. 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: $77,000 - $87,000

• New York City: $77,000 - 109,000

• Los Angeles: $77,000 - 102,000

• Washington D.C.: $77,000 - 107,000

• Bay Area: $77,000 - 110,000 

How to Apply

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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.

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