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Innovation Manager
Date posted:
Proskauer Rose LLP
New York, Chicago, Boston
Job Description
Proskauer Rose is one of the nation's largest law firms, providing a wide variety of legal services to clients throughout the United States and around the world from offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Boston, Boca Raton, New Orleans, Paris, London, San Paulo, Hong Kong and Beijing.
Proskauer is seeking an Innovation Manager (“the Manager”), based in the New York, Chicago or Boston offices. The Manager will work with the Innovation Team to support the initiation, implementation and integration of innovation initiatives and related practice technology to enhance the quality and efficiency of the Firm’s legal services.
The Innovation Team works with law firm stakeholders to surface ideas to transform and optimize our business. Those ideas are then developed into processes and products that deliver enriched and customized client service delivery and solutions. This position works closely with business professionals in Legal Project Management, Knowledge Management, Data Insights, Process Design, Information Systems, and Client Relationship Management, as well as other business services teams. The Manager will also work with practice-specific administrative team leadership to facilitate the effective use of practice technology to support practice group strategic objectives. The focus of this position is on enhancing our legal service delivery by supporting the dissemination of meaningful practice technologies and innovation solutions that keep pace with our business and the client markets we serve. This role reports to the Director of Legal Project Management and Innovation.
Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:
• Facilitate the implementation of innovation initiatives and related practice technology utilized by practitioners, including contract analysis software, document automation tools, e-signature software, client collaboration tools and transaction management solutions
• Evaluate and pilots legal technology, including emerging artificial intelligence applications
• Work with the Firm’s lawyers to solicit innovation ideas and communicate back to the Innovation Team
• Work with lawyers and legal teams to ensure user adoption of practice innovation solutions and practice technologies
• Lead training for lawyers and legal teams on practice technology and innovation solutions
• Work with lawyers and other stakeholders to gather requirements for innovation ideas for submission to Innovation Team
• Document requirements, key intake and decision criteria, and return on investment for innovation and practice technology solutions
• Partner with Knowledge Management, Practice Management, and Information Services to support innovation initiatives
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree (JD or MBA) preferred
• 1-2 years of law firm experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills
• Project Management, process improvement, and/or knowledge management experience is a plus
• Experience with practice technologies such as document automation tools, e-signature
software, client collaboration tools and transaction management solutions is a plus
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized and a team player
Contact or link to application:
Elizabeth Satterfield
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Pricing Analyst (Direct Hire/Temp)
Date posted:
Paul Hastings LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Job Description
We have an opening for a Pricing Analyst in our Los Angeles office.
Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.
We have an opening in our Los Angeles office for a Financial Analyst in our Strategic Pricing area, reporting directly to our Director of Strategic Pricing. This position may be direct hire or temp.
The Financial Analyst – Pricing/Rates role provides accurate and reliable billing rate related information and analysis to management necessary for decision making and planning.
In this capacity, the Analyst will:
Manage implementation and maintenance of Firm’s hourly billing rates, exception rates, and complex fee arrangements;
Assist with global rates management and maintenance;
Document, track and report on firmwide discounts;
Manage volume discounts portfolios for firmwide clients;
Maintain Fee Arrangement Portal;
Reconcile engagement letters against New Business Intake Process;
Must ensure the integrity and accuracy of system data;
Review billing guidelines and engagement letters and notify appropriate departments and attorneys regarding client arrangements;
Set up special rates, cost exceptions, task codes, billing instructions, update client groupings and narrative necessary in the accounting system;
Work overtime as required, in particular at month end and year end; and
Handle additional tasks and projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business (required) with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance (preferred);
Advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required);
At least 3 years of strong analytical experience;
Expert level proficiency in English (for business communication);
Experience working with large data sets;
Experience working with systems;
Experience working under tight deadlines and juggling multiple priorities;
Experience with 3e Accounting software or similar programs (preferred);
Experience working in a Law Firm (preferred);
Knowledge of general Accounting principles; and
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Paul Hastings LLP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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Manager of Pricing and Value
Date posted:
Proskauer Rose LLP
USA
Job Description
The Manager of Pricing and Value will be a key member of the Firm's Pricing Support Group and will focus on delivering value through innovative fee arrangements, process improvements, and partner education. The Manager will work closely with the Global Head of Pricing and Value and the broader Pricing team to push forward strategic pricing initiatives, both locally and internationally.
The Manager will provide guidance and support to the Firm's attorneys on creative approaches to alternative fee arrangements and budget development, and be instrumental in creating awareness of the effect of pricing as a means to meet client needs and business objectives. Further, they will advise Partners and other business services leaders on pricing strategies and provide insights into market trends.
The Manager will collaborate closely with and support the Legal Project Management (“LPM”) and Client Operations teams to facilitate a fee proposal from inception, throughout the entire lifecycle to implementation and project management. This individual has an opportunity to affect significant change in a high-profile role.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Work closely with the Global Head of Pricing and Value to drive pricing initiatives forward as it relates to: process improvement, partner education, internal and external communication strategies, materials development, etc.
Contribute to the preparation of various templates and robust financial and pricing models with analyses to help provide partners and the New Business Committee with projected outcomes for alternative pricing arrangements
Facilitate New Business Committee-related pricing initiatives, in close partnership with the LPM and Client Operations teams
Provide pricing support to LPM as it relates to providing matter/client/practice group analyses, innovation initiatives, budgets and fee proposals, and other agreed initiatives as needed
Work with the Firm’s Pricing Analysts to oversee pricing model development and ensure analysis complies with request and quality standards, interface with partners, and facilitate efficient workflow
Develop, negotiate and implement appropriate fee arrangements that meet both the client's budget and pricing demands and internal firm requirements. Engage directly with clients or support partners in client pricing conversations
Provide support to partners for pricing requests, including preparation of fee estimates, development of appropriate pricing approaches and the communication of fees and value pricing
Establish pricing metrics that allow the Firm to continually improve both in terms of individual fee proposals and broader Pricing team engagements and initiatives
Review of fee arrangements, special provisions, and terms and conditions of client engagements to ensure compliance with firmwide policies and procedures
Identify and develop fee arrangements specific to key practice areas and industries
Research industry activities and perform business intelligence research on competitive pricing offerings, including market competitive billing rate structures. Broadly identify trends and opportunities for improvements
Collaborate with the Business Development team to develop attractive and inventive market offerings
Assist in the development of matter taxonomies to more effectively understand the cost of matter phases and tasks to better price and monitor matters
Where appropriate, evaluate, conduct, and incorporate client feedback into existing models on price and client value specific themes
Document and share pricing best practices with team members and attorneys
Support the Global Head of Pricing and Value on development and delivery of pricing-related training to lawyers and key professional staff, supporting pricing education across the Firm and other related initiatives, including the rollout of a new client profitability model
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in accounting, finance, or economics preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in an industry or professional services firm in positions of increasing responsibility. Law firm experience required. Corporate pricing experience highly desired
Strong technical skills, including strong Excel skills (use of vertical and horizontal lookups, macros, pivot tables and modeling) and a high level of proficiency in Word and PowerPoint required. Experience in using data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau) desired
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, attorneys, and firm professional staff at all levels
Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Energetic and enthusiastic team player
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft proposals and other internal and external communications
Strong attention to detail
Protect and maintain confidential and sensitive information
Flexibility to adjust work schedule according to workload demands
Interest in and ability to understand the legal/business environment, including industry and related practice terminology
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Pricing Analyst/Legal Project Manager
Date posted:
Lathrop GPM
Dallas, Kansas City or Minneapolis
Job Description
Lathrop GPM is seeking a collaborative, self-motivated and dynamic Pricing Analyst/Legal Project Manager. This position consists of legal pricing and budgeting, legal project matter management, and profitability initiatives. The person in this position will assist attorneys with the management of matters throughout the lifecycle of a client engagement including pricing proposals, task planning, matter budgeting, matter metrics, legal task execution management, tracking and status reporting. The manager will also assist with the development of training on legal project management principles and identify process improvements to improve firm profitability and client satisfaction with firm services.
Requirements include five plus years of experience managing large projects with complex variables and budgets within a highly matrixed organization. Knowledge of law firm pricing models and alternative pricing models, the ability to understand and report on Key Performance Indicators using a variety of financial systems and reporting tools. Knowledge of law firm processes and attorney-client relationships. The analyst/manager will be skilled in defining a project and establishing priorities among competing and demanding deliverables. Strong interpersonal and communication skills required, along with keen technology skills and the ability to remain flexible. A Bachelor’s degree is required; MBA or JD a plus.
AA/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SYSTEMS AND ANALYSIS
Date posted:
Jenner & Block
Chicago
Job Description
ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK
Jenner & Block (www.jenner.com) is a law firm with global reach, with more than 500 lawyers and offices in Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Firm clients include Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, financial services institutions, emerging companies and venture capital and private equity investors. In 2016, The American Lawyer named Jenner & Block to the A-List, which recognizes the top 20 US law firms. The American Lawyer also recognized the firm as the #1 pro bono firm in the United States six of the past nine years; the firm has been ranked among the top 10 in this category every year since 1990.
OVERVIEW
Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Financial Systems and Analysis will work closely with the CFO/COO to provide reporting, systems support and development, budgeting and analysis necessary to optimize firm financial results. The Director will work closely with the Director of Pricing and Practice Group Support to ensure Practice Group leaders have the necessary information to make informed decisions regarding department pricing, staffing and other investments. The Director will also work with other administrative leaders to design and implement financial systems and application changes. Additionally, the Director and their team will work with all administrative leader to establish cost center budgets and monitor against those budgets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and direct team of analysts responsible for providing financial and operational reporting, analysis and counsel, including monthly analytic reports at the practice group, office and total firm level. Mentor and develop the team, creating an engaged and motivated work force.
Establish, maintain and disseminate a comprehensive knowledge of the various databases and sources of financial data necessary to produce financial, productivity and ad-hoc reports.
Manage production of necessary data and analytics associated with annual compensation setting for partners, associates and other employees.
Coordinate firm wide budgeting process ensuring department staff has the training and skills necessary to support the directors and others responsible for developing and heeding established budgets.
Lead efforts to identify budget variances and to ensure appropriate measures are initiated to address issues. Prepare and present budget performance analysis in a compelling and logical format.
Maintain and update firm financial forecasts, including various scenarios as applicable.
Gather peer comparatives through networking and survey participation; identify areas where the firm excels or opportunities for improvement.
Perform modeling for potential lateral partner and lateral group acquisitions;
Work closely with the Director of Pricing to set annual standard and market rates commensurate with compensation and demand.
Maintain working knowledge of system associations and data flow.
Create or update functional specifications for new or modified reports and applications
Work collaboratively with the internal project management team and external consultants to assist in the identification and implementation of new financial systems and applications.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Hold an undergraduate degree in systems, finance or accounting. An MBA, CPA or equivalent work experience preferred.
Possess a strong track record of managing, motivating and developing professional staff to maximize productivity, impact and engagement.
Possess 10+ years of law firm financial management/analysis experience; financial management of systems applications a plus. 7+ years of successful and measurable management/leadership experience.
Have the ability to strategically apply a “big picture” approach when generating reports and analysis, ensuring they are focused on the critical importance, relevance and impact the information may have for the requestor, the operation and the firm.
Possess experience and technical skills in working with large data sets, and mastery of the tools used to mine and manipulate information for analysis and presentation
Demonstrate excellent communication skills, confident presence, and interpersonal skills that enable effective engagement and collaboration with the firm’s most senior partners, as well as with other critical personnel
Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and complete tasks with tight timetables
Convey a strong desire to embrace new challenges and develop a “best in class” operation.
Apply strong problem solving skills and creativity
Convey judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidences
Have the ability and willingness to work the necessary hours to develop and sustain a successful operation
Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.
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Strategic Pricing Manager - DC
Date posted:
Covington & Burling LLP
Washington DC
Job Description
The Strategic Pricing Manager will play a critical role in discharging the Strategic Pricing team’s responsibilities and contribute significantly to meeting the expectations of the Firm’s senior management. The Strategic Pricing Manager will report to the Director of Pricing Analytics and Project Management. This role will be focused on the development of pricing proposals in response to client demands, and for creating and tracking budgets for large matters in support of the firm’s Legal Project Management initiative.
Qualifications:
• Knowledge of financial and accounting principles normally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of law firm pricing experience with demonstrated progression in scope of responsibilities.
• Experience managing teams in a client facing role is preferred.
• Proven ability to clearly and concisely summarize complex quantitative concepts, both orally and in written communications, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint.
• High level of proficiency in financial modeling and spreadsheet functionality.
• Proven ability to manipulate data effectively and present findings to management and lawyers.
• Experience with proactively managing multiple, simultaneous projects. Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and successfully manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills. Demonstrated ability to consistently communicate effectively and collaboratively with lawyers and staff of all levels.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Work with a variety of key stakeholders, both lawyers and staff, to support the development of profitable pricing solutions in response to client RFPs and informal pricing requests.
• Support lawyers in rate and fee negotiations with clients.
• Advise and educate lawyers on the potential risks and reward of non-standard fee arrangements.
• Provide leadership in the development and evaluation of alternative fee arrangements, with appropriate consideration of quantitative and qualitative criteria.
• Work with lawyers to analyze historical matter performance and develop budgets for large engagements. Work toward meaningful profitability, efficiency improvement and reduction of write-offs.
• Deliver excellent customer service in response to lawyer and client requests.
Status: Exempt
Reports To: Director of Strategic Pricing Analytics and
Project Management.
Covington & Burling LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any aspect of employment, including hiring, salary, promotion, discipline, termination, and benefits, on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, family responsibility, disability (including physical handicap), or any other improper criterion.
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Legal Operations Program Assistant
Date posted:
Amazon
Seattle, WA
Job Description
DESCRIPTION
Work hard, have fun, and make history with Amazon’s legal team. We are looking for a smart, motivated individual to provide billing and other operational assistance to our global legal department and outside law firms and vendors. Responsibilities include legal billing support, onboarding new firms and vendors, verifying pricing arrangements, researching and resolving invoicing and payment issues, reviews to ensure compliance with billing requirements, submitting invoices to Accounts Payable, conducting trainings, data reporting and auditing, identifying opportunities for process improvement and simplification, and performing other tasks as needed.
A successful candidate will be able to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment, communicate clearly and effectively, manage high volumes of tasks and projects with little guidance, react with appropriate urgency to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround, take effective action without knowing the whole picture, think creatively, exercise strong judgment, and be proactive in solving problems that affect customers. The candidate will also be customer-service oriented and have great attention to detail while still meeting tight deadlines, strong organizational skills, and the ability to easily switch gears. A high level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information, as well as the ability to work well with people at all levels inside and outside the company, are essential.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· BA/BS degree
· 2+ years’ experience in an accounting, billing, finance, procurement, project management, customer service, or administrative role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Legal billing or other legal operations experience in a large legal department or law firm
· Familiarity with Serengeti/Legal Tracker or similar enterprise legal e-billing software
· Familiarity with Oracle or similar enterprise financial systems
· Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Word
· Familiarity with data visualization software like Tableau
· Accounts payable knowledge is a plus but not required
· Strong attention to detail
· Strong problem solving and analytical skills
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Strong customer service skills
· Strong time management and organizational skills
· Experience managing high volumes of tasks and projects
· Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Excel
· Desire and aptitude to learn new concepts, programs, and software on the job
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit
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Manager, Pricing
Date posted:
K&L Gates
New York, Pittsburgh, or Washington, DC
Job Description
At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.
We are seeking a Manager, Pricing to join the New York, Pittsburgh, or Washington, DC, office. The Manager, Pricing will be responsibilities for working with partners and clients to optimize matter level and firm performance; this includes process improvement efforts, identifying key performance indicators, counseling lawyers on best practices for matter planning and pricing, meeting with clients to discuss how we can support their needs and driving change across the organization. The role serves as the conduit between administration, lawyers and clients (as it relates to pricing and matter budgets); this role is part of a highly cross-functional team. This position will assist the team in the preparation and analysis of client/practice needs to be able to advise, propose and subsequently assist in the development of Alternative Fee Arrangements and the creation of matter budgets. In addition, the Manager will help develop and run firmwide training on matter management and budgeting. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service are strongly preferred.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Senior Administration, Lawyers and Clients
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Create and evaluate alternative pricing scenarios and matter budgets
• Counsel lawyers on approaches to staffing and managing matters
• Analyze and report on individual matter performance (e.g., budget vs actual) in a timely and accurate manner
• Create and generate matter performance statistics and KPI reports for management and practice groups for a range of matters
• Interact with groups across the firm and work directly with lawyers and administrators (including Finance, Marketing, IT and Directors of Administration), as well as clients
• Develop Best Practices and benchmarking for pricing and project management for litigation, transactional and other deals
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, abstract up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs
• Work independently with lawyers to refine budgets and analyze performance
• Drive and challenge lawyers on their assumptions underpinning their budget proposal
• Possess strong situational awareness and the ability to diffuse difficult or contentious situations
• Assist in the annual bill rate process
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
EXPERIENCE SKILLS REQUIRED
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Strong analytical skills, most notably with Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional presentation skills, including comfort with PowerPoint
• Ability to organize, analyze and summarize large amounts of data to identify key performance indicators, trends and core concepts
• Anticipate and correct problems, establish conclusions and develop creative solutions
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities in a changing and demanding environment
• Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to encourage and build positive relationships and communicate (both verbal and written) effectively with all co-workers and outside vendors
• Effectively manage and communicate confidential issues
• 5 or more years within Finance, Consulting or Professional Services environment (law firm experience is a plus)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science or Information Technology or other relevant background
• MBA or JD preferred
ADDITIONAL ABILITIES REQUIRED
• General office environment, ability to travel to client sites, ability to work and communicate with a range of firms stakeholders
• Frequent computer use at workstation or office, up to and over eight hours at a time
• Frequently work at fast pace, multitasked, with unscheduled interruptions
• Responsibilities occasionally may require an adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines
• Office contact position requiring appropriate business attire
• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor
• Access information using a computer or mobile device
• Carrying a mobile device and accepting calls from colleagues during non-work hours
• This job operates in an office setting and is largely sedentary, requiring the routine use of a computer and other standard office equipment. The ability to open file cabinets, lift files, bend and stand on a stool may also be required.
ABOUT THE FIRM
K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with approximately 2,000 lawyers across five continents. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world.
The industry recognition the firm has garnered in the past five years emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.
To learn what makes us different from other law firms, including our collaborative approach, entrepreneurial spirit, and our commitment to diversity, check out our video, “Grow Your Career at K&L Gates.”
If you agree that we are different from other law firms - and the right place for you to grow your career - please apply for this position. For more information or to view other job opportunities, please click here to go back to our careers page.
Notice: We participate in E-Verify in certain Firm locations for purposes of verifying employment eligibility.
BENEFITS
We offer a dynamic work environment and excellent benefits.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of unlawful harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is sexual, racial, age-related, disability-related or ethnic background-related.
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ALSP Deputy Director
Date posted:
Latitude
Atlanta, Georgia, Remote considered
Job Description
Latitude is seeking a Deputy Director for our client, an alternative legal service provider (ALSP). The Deputy Director would assist the director by helping to develop alternative legal service products, working to implement alternative legal service arrangements, products, and secondments, and by negotiating contracts for and supervising document review contractors. This position works closely with and reports to the Director.
Desired experience for this position includes: 10+ years legal experience as a lawyer in an AmLaw 100 firm with experience in litigation, corporate, tax, and/or regulatory compliance. Deep understanding of the business of law and emerging alternative legal services is required. Prior experience as a partner, senior counsel or in an ALSP operational/management role is a plus. Prior experience managing complex document review, e-discovery and/or due diligence matters is preferred.
This is a full-time engagement or engagement-to-hire role.
Minimum Qualifications of the ALSP Deputy Director
• 10+ years of legal experience in litigation, corporate, tax, or regulatory compliance at a well-respected full-service law firm or sophisticated boutique firm.
• Experience as an AmLaw 100 attorney or in an operational/management role in an ALSP is preferred.
• Prior experience managing complex document review, e-discovery and/or due diligence matters is preferred
• Ability to handle and experience working in a high-volume practice area managing multiple cases and deadlines
• Business minded and ability to think creatively
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Capability and experience to work independently and with a team
• Active license to practice law and in good standing
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding references
Position Details of the ALSP Deputy Director
• Type of role: Engagement or Engagement to hire (Direct W2 employment with Latitude serving on assignment with the law firm)
• Schedule: Full Time
• Location: Atlanta (Remote considered)
• Compensation & Benefits: Highly competitive and commensurate with experience, including full benefits.
Confidentiality
Latitude will not disclose your identity or propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Only qualified applicants should apply.
About Latitude
Latitude offers life-changing engagements and permanent positions with companies and law firms to outstanding attorneys and paralegals.
Latitude Engagements
Great attorneys and paralegals looking for contract engagements or consulting roles choose to work with Latitude due to our law firm-level compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, a chance to work with great clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries.
Our attorneys and paralegals have the level of skill, experience, and judgment as would be expected in a permanent corporate counsel or law firm attorney, and the versatility to step into challenging environments and hit the ground running. If you have the right skills, personality and experience, Latitude helps you do what you are good at in a more rewarding way.
Latitude attorneys and paralegals serve on a full- or part-time engagement basis, and work remotely or on-site at the client office.
While we are able to work only with a select few of the most outstanding candidates, our customized approach results in a high success rate for those candidates we choose to recommend.
For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.
Contact or link to application:
Tim Haley, Latitude Indiana