Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success.

Job Description Summary:

Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Community Service and Pro Bono Coordinator to work with our Pro Bono & Community Service group in our Minneapolis, Washington D.C., Chicago, Denver, or downtown Indianapolis office. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to coordinating a broad range of administrative tasks that support the success of the community service and pro bono programs overall. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.

Job Description:

What you would do:

• Coordinate logistics for firm-sponsored community service projects across U.S. and London offices, including scheduling, communications, and follow-up, partnering appropriately with the internal or external events team
• Have an active role in coordinating the Firm’s participation in community events, including tracking multiple deadlines, preparing announcements, managing RSVPs, and organizing materials
• Support the Community Service Manager in coordinating the planning and execution of firm-wide giving campaigns
• Assists with preparing internal and external reports, surveys, and other materials related to the firm’s community services and pro bono activities
• Coordinate firm attendance at events and meetings sponsored by partner legal aid organizations, including tracking multiple deadlines, coordinating program ads, requesting payment, drafting, and circulating invitations and tracking attendees
• Responsible for special projects and other duties, as assigned

What is expected:

• Ability to problem-solve
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment for work-life success
• Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
• Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
• Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
• Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
• Generous paid time off

The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $33.00– $37.00/hour based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule.

Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

What is required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a comparable position in a professional services or law firm setting.
• Solid time-management skills, ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word and aptitude for learning new software and systems.

Application Deadline: August 22, 2025

Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.

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