Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are the world’s largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.
The Global Pro Bono Coordinator plays a vital role in organizing and coordinating the firm’s pro bono efforts. This position ensures effective coordination, tracking, and promotion of pro bono projects while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Support the coordination of Dentons’ expanding global pro bono initiatives, ensuring alignment and effectiveness
- Support the development, coordination, and management of global pro bono projects in collaboration with our commercial clients
- Oversee pro bono initiatives, with a particular focus on providing administrative support on impactful projects in the LAC region
- Gather and maintain firm-wide pro bono data, leveraging insights for reporting, strategic decision-making, and responding to RFPs
- Prepare and manage award submissions, social media content, and internal/external PR efforts, highlighting Dentons’ commitment to community engagement and global impact
- Provide administrative and logistical support, helping organize meetings and events
- Track and monitor pro bono projects, ensuring alignment with Dentons‘ strategic goals
- Prepare reports for leadership, clients, and other stakeholders
Requirements
Academic Qualifications and Certifications:
· Degree in Law required (LLB)
- Certification in Social Justice, Public Policy, or International Relations
- Certification in communications or public affairs
Technical Skills:
- Previous experience in pro bono coordination
- Previous experience in legal services, corporate social responsibility, or nonprofit work
- Ability to navigate diverse legal and cultural environments
- Understanding of pro bono work, social justice issues, and legal frameworks
- Ability to coordinate global initiatives, track progress, and meet deadlines efficiently
- Strong problem-solving skills, enabling effective resolution of challenges in project execution and coordination through innovative solutions
- Strong organisation and time management skills
Personal Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring effective engagement with individuals at all levels
· Strong attention to detail
- Strong project management abilities, capable of managing multiple deadlines while maintaining efficiency
- Ability to thrive in dynamic and environments, effectively managing complexity and high-pressure situations
- Commitment to social justice and community engagement
Language Skills:
- Spanish and English is compulsory
· Portuguese is an advantage
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Benefits
Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidates experience.
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