Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Operations Supervisor

Kirkland & Ellis LLP$100K — $138K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; college degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 5+ years in facilities, mailroom, or operations in a professional services or law firm setting.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to coordinate teams and handle high-pressure environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities with effective multitasking skills.
  • Hands-on experience with postage and printing equipment, and basic maintenance tools.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and familiar with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and various management software.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50 pounds safely.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily operations and service requests for facilities, mailroom, and administration.
  • Manage high-volume printing and scanning tasks to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Oversee building maintenance issues and act as liaison with property management.
  • Maintain vendor relationships and monitor service performance through walk-throughs.
  • Facilitate internal office moves, setups for new hires and visitors, and plan staffing coverage.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support onboarding and training initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Generous paid time off policies.
  • Retirement savings plans.
  • Personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities.
Full Job Description
This role will be located at the 900 Third Avenue office.

What You'll Do

Do you thrive in fast-paced office environments where service, organization, and teamwork make everything run smoothly?

As an Operations Supervisor, you'll play a critical role in supporting the daily operations of our 900 Third Avenue office in New York. Working closely with the Operations Manager and the Senior Digital and Delivery Services Manager, you'll help ensure a seamless, high-quality experience across Facilities, Mailroom, Digital Services, and administrative operations. This role blends hands-on operational oversight with team leadership, vendor coordination, and problem-solving to keep the office running efficiently, safely, and client-ready.

This is a fully onsite role supporting a dynamic, high-performing office environment.

  • Daily Operations & Service Coordination: Receive, prioritize, and schedule facilities, mailroom, office supplies, digital/reprographic, and general administrative requests to ensure timely, high-quality service delivery.
  • Digital, Reprographics & Mailroom Oversight: Manage and perform high-volume print, scan, and delivery requests using production-level Multi-Functional Devices (MFDs) while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
  • Facilities, Maintenance & Property Management: Oversee building repairs and maintenance (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting) and serve as the primary liaison with property management on service, safety, and operational needs.
  • Vendor & Workplace Readiness Management: Maintain vendor relationships, schedule services, monitor performance, and conduct daily office walk-throughs to ensure spaces are safe, functional, and client-ready.
  • Moves, Setups & Team Support: Coordinate internal office and furniture moves, new hire and visitor office setups, equipment rentals, and assist with staff scheduling, workload balancing, and coverage planning.
  • Collaboration, Coaching & Reporting: Partner cross-functionally with Guest Services, Hospitality, and Technology Support; support onboarding and training; and track operational metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities for leadership.

What You'll Bring
  • Education: High school diploma required; a college degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred.


  • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in facilities, mailroom, or operations roles within a professional services or law firm environment.


  • Leadership & Reliability: Proven ability to lead by example, coordinate teams, and maintain a strong work ethic in high-demand settings.


  • Communication & Organization: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Technical & Operational Skills: Hands-on experience with postage machines, copying and binding equipment, Multi-Functional Devices (MFDs), basic hand tools, and facilities-related systems.


  • Technology Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook (required) and working proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with systems such as Event Management System (EMS), PlanOn or similar space management tools, request/ticketing platforms, Angus or similar property management software, and vinyl printing tools is a plus.


  • Physical Capability: Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds safely.


  • Professional Mindset: Detail-oriented, proactive, solution-focused, and comfortable working in a highly service-driven office environment.


If you're excited to lead daily operations, support a collaborative workplace, and make a visible impact as an Operations Supervisor, we'd love to hear from you!

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York City. 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 City: $100,000 - $138,000

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.

About Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is an American law firm. Founded in 1909 in Chicago, Illinois, Kirkland & Ellis is the largest law firm in the world by revenue, the seventh-largest by number of attorneys, and is the first law firm in the world to reach US$4 billion in revenue. As of 2021, Kirkland & Ellis ranks third on Am Law's list of profits per equity partner. While Kirkland & Ellis was historically considered a firm focused on litigation, during the 2010s, it expanded private equity and restructuring practices which, together with large-scale commercial litigation, comprise the core legal service areas of the firm. Many attorneys from the firm have served as federal officials or judges, including United States Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh and former Attorney General William Barr.
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