Community and Wellness Coordinator

Vedder Price's Chicago office is seeking a Community & Wellness Coordinator. The Community & Wellness Coordinator is a responsible and detail-oriented professional who coordinates Vedder Price community and wellness events and initiatives. This position will also collaborate with the Director of Pro Bono Services and Engagement on VedderCares initiatives. The Community & Wellness Coordinator must have experience using social media platforms with particular focus on LinkedIn. Candidates must bring a creative and self-motivated writing talent to create compelling content and initiate new ideas for community and charitable events.

As the Community & Wellness Coordinator, your job duties will include but not be limited to:

• Coordinates and administers community and wellness programs for the Firm
• Handles wellness notifications and communications
• Promotes community and wellness initiatives; answers questions and gathers feedback from employees to further initiatives and explore opportunities for programming
• Collaborates with Chief Human Resources Officer and Director of Benefits to identify cost-effective wellness programs and incentives
• Develops Firm-wide community event plans and programs
• Looks for additional programming to implement relative to community and wellness, researching new ideas and content
• Assists with event logistics for community and wellness events
• Works with Office Managers to coordinate VedderCares initiatives in all Vedder offices
• Handles social media content for VedderCares community & wellness events in collaboration with Marketing team
• Monitors and updates the charity listing for Firm community events
• Handles gym memberships and processing of payments
• Coordinates employee discount programs and continues to develop same
• Coordinates flu shot program for the Firm
• Serves as back-up for payment of benefits vendor invoices
• Supports Pro Bono Committee as needed
• Handles other duties and projects as assigned
• Handles special projects as required

Skills & Competencies:

• Handles the creation and development of social media and newsletter messages as it relates to Firm-wide community and wellness events
• High level of computer savviness with ability to learn new tasks and platforms quickly
• Must have excellent oral/written communication and listening skills and have the ability to communicate across all levels inside and outside the firm; excellent customer service and diplomacy skills required
• Keen attention to detail/strict deadlines and ability to follow directions
• Strong research skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with ability to effectively and efficiently manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Must be a team player who works well with others and independently

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience researching and planning community & wellness events
• Professional demeanor and discretion required

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess strong computer skills, including proficiency with the Internet, LinkedIn and other social media platforms, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Compensation Range: $50,000/yr. to $60,000/yr

At Vedder Price, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedderprice.com.