Conference Center Technology Specialist II (10:00AM-6:00PM)
Kirkland & Ellis
New York, NY
Information Technology
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 24 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.
Kirkland & Ellis is excited to expand its New York presence with the opening of our new office at 900 Third Avenue. This is a unique opportunity for business professionals to join a growing team and help shape the culture, operations, and day-to-day experience of a new office from the ground up. Team members will work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside talented colleagues while playing a meaningful role in supporting one of the world’s leading law firms during an exciting period of growth.
This role will be located at the 900 Third Avenue office.
What You’ll Do
Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-visibility environments where technology and service excellence come together? As a Conference Technology Specialist II, you’ll be the front line of white glove conference technology support within the Conference Center, supporting critical meetings, depositions, virtual trials, hearings, and large scale events.
In this role, you’ll lead by example, anticipate technical needs before issues arise, and translate complex audiovisual (AV) technology into seamless, user friendly experiences. You’ll also collaborate closely with conference teams and technology partners firmwide to ensure every room, system, and meeting runs flawlessly.
Monday-Friday (10am-6pm)
Compensation
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York. 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
New York: $76,000 - $105,000
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
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.
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 24 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.
Kirkland & Ellis is excited to expand its New York presence with the opening of our new office at 900 Third Avenue. This is a unique opportunity for business professionals to join a growing team and help shape the culture, operations, and day-to-day experience of a new office from the ground up. Team members will work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside talented colleagues while playing a meaningful role in supporting one of the world’s leading law firms during an exciting period of growth.
This role will be located at the 900 Third Avenue office.
What You’ll Do
Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-visibility environments where technology and service excellence come together? As a Conference Technology Specialist II, you’ll be the front line of white glove conference technology support within the Conference Center, supporting critical meetings, depositions, virtual trials, hearings, and large scale events.
In this role, you’ll lead by example, anticipate technical needs before issues arise, and translate complex audiovisual (AV) technology into seamless, user friendly experiences. You’ll also collaborate closely with conference teams and technology partners firmwide to ensure every room, system, and meeting runs flawlessly.
Monday-Friday (10am-6pm)
- Deliver White Glove Support: Respond promptly and professionally to technical requests, maintaining composure and service excellence in high pressure situations.
- Ensure Meeting Readiness: Set up, operate, and monitor conference room technology to support meetings, events, and virtual proceedings from start to finish.
- Operate Advanced AV Systems: Support live event AV productions, troubleshooting complex issues in real time to ensure uninterrupted experiences.
- Partner with Meeting Hosts: Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and conference teams to understand objectives and align the right technical solutions, clearly explaining technology to non technical users.
- Support Unified Communications: Configure, operate, and troubleshoot platforms such as Cisco Webex, GoToMeeting, Zoom Meetings/Webinars, and Microsoft Teams.
- Maintain Rooms & Systems: Perform enhanced testing and preventative maintenance to ensure all conference technology is fully functional before use.
- Improve Processes & Documentation: Maintain equipment inventories and update local and firmwide documentation, processes, and procedures.
- Collaborate Firmwide: Partner with Conference Technology teams across offices and respond to Service Desk tickets to resolve issues efficiently.
- Education or Equivalent Experience: Advanced AV technical training or equivalent hands on experience supporting high level events in a fast paced environment.
- Relevant Experience: 5–7 years of professional audio visual (AV) experience in a conference center or similar setting.
- Technical Credentials: AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) certification.
- Customer Service Mindset: A strong commitment to delivering exceptional, anticipatory service and exceeding client expectations.
- Communication & Problem Solving: Clear verbal and written communication skills with the ability to troubleshoot quickly and exercise sound judgment.
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Cisco codecs and configurations, Crestron systems, Q SYS audio, and the ability to read AV drawings for tier one troubleshooting; general proficiency with Microsoft Outlook 365 and Microsoft Office applications.
- Presentation & Post Production Skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Premiere for video editing and presentation support.
- Adaptability & Flexibility: Willingness to stay current with evolving AV technologies; ability to lift up to 30 pounds, move throughout the workplace, and adjust hours as needed, including occasional weekends.
Compensation
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York. 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
New York: $76,000 - $105,000
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
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.
About the company
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As one of the world’s leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don’t just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With more than 7,000 employees (including approximately 4,000 lawyers) operating from offices in 24 cities across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.
At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment and respect. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a variety of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development.
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