Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Litigation Pricing Group Department as a Contingency Fee Legal Project Manager.

How Will You Make a Difference?

Lead the management of all internal and client-facing CF engagements. Support Contingency Fee Leadership Team through intake considerations, matter management, and analysis of overall program.
Populate and maintain contingent fee SharePoint and OneNote sites to track all incoming opportunities, handling attorney, intake decisions, status and progress updates, and final dispositions. Provide monthly reporting to CF Committee and department leadership.
Oversee budget management utilizing litigation knowledge and legal project management techniques, ensure teams comply with budget restrictions and communicate with attorneys accordingly.
Track and report on attorney utilization, leveraging LPM techniques, including recommendations on staffing assignments. Provide summary charts of period-over-period matter performance for all CF matters and other fee arrangement matters.
Oversee and report on case outcomes. Provide summary charts of period-over-period matter performance for all CF matters.
Drive process changes to streamline the CF program by acting an internal consultant, focusing on continuous improvement projects, performing analysis, gathering learnings and know-how that relates to the Contingency Fee process and legal project management. Make recommendations to CF Committee and department leadership to refine process and implement changes.
Oversee all contingent fee conflicts and open all contingent fee matters to facilitate enforcement of the proper approval process pertaining to non-standard fee arrangements.
Prepare and provide model agreements (including matter assessment agreements and engagement letters) to attorneys and maintain the database of model agreements and recent pricing.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
PMP or lean six sigma yellow belt certification.
Minimum 6 years’ experience in a law firm or corporate legal department with demonstrated working knowledge of substantive litigation tasks. Familiarity with contingent fee programs required.

High impact written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable commanding a room (in person and virtual) to drive project success. Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff, acting with integrity and consistent responsiveness.
Willingness and ability to cover a wide range and level of tasks, from thinking strategically to troubleshooting detail where needed.
Creative and pioneering thinking, with the ability to identify and analyze issues and implement effective, timely solutions.
Demonstrated ability and strong desire to collaborate closely with colleagues across all firm offices and departments.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and OneNote, along with the willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
Professional demeanor, exacting attention to detail, high quality work standards, and the ability to multitask, prioritize, and perform effectively under pressure.
Ability to oversee team members in various positions and geographic locations.
Occasional travel is required in this position.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace 2023 designation by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement

Our salary range for this position in California is $118,853 - $159,653 per year

Our Commitment to Diversity
As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.

King & Spalding, a leading global law firm, seeks a Pricing Analyst to join our Atlanta office. The Pricing Analyst will assist the Pricing team in supporting the success of the various practice groups within the firm. The Pricing Analyst will perform financial analysis and modeling to help the firm develop effective pricing arrangements, budgets, and assess the financial impact of pricing proposals. This role will also assist in developing processes and systems for (i) organizing and tracking alternative fee arrangements and special billing arrangements, (ii) delivering reports and tools to attorneys to ensure effective project management, and (iii) developing responses to pricing sections of request for proposals (“RFPs”). The role also supports the data needs associated with annual client rate increase negotiations. The Pricing Analyst rill report directly to the Director of Strategic Pricing.
The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance. Eligible employees may participate in King & Spalding’s comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plans, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, a profit-sharing plan, on-site gym access, discount programs, a subsidized backup childcare program, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Candidates will have the following responsibilities:
Develop budgets; work directly with attorneys to develop budgets and pricing proposals, utilizing prior budget samples, other relevant matter experience, and data mining matters
Enroll matters in tracking/reporting to support legal project management efforts
Data mine historical matters to support development of new pricing proposals
Develop scenarios and models to assess financial impact and profitability of pricing proposals and assist in the development of creative, workable pricing solutions in response to client demands
Perform research and develop analysis to support annual review of client billing rates
Prepare or assist with recurring and special management reports/graphs
Prepare queries across multiple tables/databases to generate data
Manipulate data in Excel spreadsheets, Power BI, or other databases in order to summarize the financial reports requested
Perform extractions from the financial system and ensure that the data is maintained accurately
From time to time, the Pricing Analyst may be asked for perform different or additional duties to the above

Specific skills required:
The ideal candidate will have strong financial analysis skills, the ability to synthesize large volumes of complex data, strong interpersonal skills, and a desire to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
The Pricing Analyst will use technology tools (primarily Aderant, SSRS, Excel, and PowerBI) to perform the above activities. The role will leverage these systems to data mine historical matters that will help inform our pricing and budget proposals for new opportunities.
The position is heavily involved in analysis, and communication of financial metrics to Partners and Senior Management. The role requires identifying solutions and opportunities to promote profitable growth in the firm.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of
complicated tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines effectively; understanding scope, deliverables, and timelines.
Proven ability to identify and analyze issues and problems and work towards solutions.
Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and sound professional judgement. Must have ability to communicate progress against deadlines and proactively manage expectations when complexities are encountered. Ability to deal with all levels of legal, management, and support staff in a highly effective and professional manner is required.
Must be able to communicate results, and analysis clearly to various audiences; knowing when to summarize or detail information.
Must be able to translate vague directions into specific actions through clarifying questions and discussion.
Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
Must have a high proficiency with Excel, notably advanced formulas, pivot tables, and macros. Experience with business intelligence, data mining, and report development using Power BI, VBA, SQL, and SQL Server a plus. Strong comfort level with technology and various MS Office applications.
Must have ability to analyze relationships of financial data in order to spot variances from normal. Ability to follow through in investigation and explanation of any variances.

Education and experience required:
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business with concentration in Finance or Accounting.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, or accounting/finance functions. Strong preference for law firm or corporate legal operations experience.

We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses more than 2,000 lawyers and business professionals in 24 offices worldwide. We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.

King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,200 attorneys in 19 offices: 14 in the U.S., three in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow our staff exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.

The Pricing and Legal Project Management (LPM) team stands at the forefront of enhancing operational efficiency, client satisfaction, and firm profitability. We support the firm’s attorneys with full spectrum strategic financial and commercial insights, including the creation and management of alternative fee arrangements, development of pricing strategies, and creative approaches to important business problems that impact client acquisition and retention. We support a broad range of practice areas by integrating advanced project management principles and technology solutions, aiming to maintain and advance the firm’s premier market position.

The LPM program primarily focuses on delivering process improvements and data insights that support both legal practitioners and business services. The LPM Analyst will play a crucial role in advancing our LPM program, both maintaining our existing matter management solutions and supporting the design and implementation of large-scale strategic initiatives. This position calls for a dynamic, data-driven, process-oriented individual who is eager to partner with professionals across the organization and deliver measurable ROI.

Position may be tied to any of Wilson Sonsini’s offices or may be fully remote.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Elevating usage of matter management tools to facilitate financial analytics and real-time monitoring for attorneys.
- Applying data to drive process improvements, uncover efficiencies, and inform decision-making across legal practices and business services.
- Supporting the development of tailored AI/LLM solutions to enable large-scale matter analysis for scoping, budgeting, and real-time matter management.
- Maintain and enhance alert systems to ensure attorneys are proactively informed about financial performance.
- Analyzing historical matter data to support accurate fee estimates and streamlined pricing strategies, collaborating deeply with the Pricing team.
- Exploring and integrating technology solutions into attorney workflows in support of firm competitiveness.
- Partnering with the Pricing and Finance teams to develop improved team infrastructure (workflows, checklists, knowledge repositories, etc.) to streamline and mature the LPM and Pricing functions.
- Generating and presenting data analyses to illuminate matter performance and trends.
- Supporting team awareness of practice technology and LPM trends across the industry.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required, with a preference for candidates with backgrounds in business economics, law, or related fields.
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in legal project management, financial analysis, or a related role within a professional services setting. Legal industry experience strongly preferred.

Skills:
- Strong skills in data analysis and modeling, proficiency in Excel, and experience with visualization tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI) preferred.
- Experience with SQL and legal billing systems (e.g., Aderant) preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to produce professional, client-ready communications and reports.
- Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.
- Flexibility to adjust work schedule according to project demands.
- Exceptional attention to detail.

Job Description
Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

The Senior Practice Innovation Analyst will be part of the Practice Innovation department and will execute on legal focused solutions that incorporate innovative data, analytics, and reporting technology to support the firm’s practices and clients. The Senior Analyst will work on improving and supporting the delivery of legal services by conceptualizing, designing, prototyping, and building out data-focused solutions by employing data visualization, AI/ML, and related tools. The Senior Analyst will be a hybrid technologist, employing the skills of a product designer, project manager, consultant, innovation champion, and low-code developer.

Job Responsibilities

Works with the Strategic Innovation Analytics Lead to oversee the delivery of prototypes of data, analytics, and reporting solutions that support the stated business objectives using data visualization, AI/ML, and related tools.
Collaborates with the firm’s lawyers and clients to conceptualize, design, prototype, and build out innovative technology solutions that achieve stated business objectives and deliver exceptional client service centered on value, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, transparency, and predictability.
Performs sophisticated data analyses for both internal and external audiences and presents the findings of those analyses in user-friendly ways.
Serves as a subject matter expert on data, analytics, and reporting solutions offered by the Practice Innovation team, including the specific ways in which they interact with or differ from other data, analytics, and reporting tools across the firm.
Proactively scopes, prioritizes, plans, manages, and executes on innovation projects in alignment with firm strategic goals, in collaboration with the Practice Innovation team.
Formulates and oversees change management strategies, and establishes processes and documentation to support the successful deployment of technology solutions aligned to this role.
Works with other members of the Practice Innovation team to develop business cases to support the development and/or licensing of legal technology to solve specific business objectives and to measure the actual ROI achieved.
Responds to requests from attorneys and other professionals across the firm for information in constructive, user friendly, and scalable ways.
Monitors the legal innovation landscape, including strategic insights, to gain an understanding of how specific people, processes, and technology can solve legal practice challenges and bolster the business case for innovation initiatives.
In consultation with the Strategic Innovation Analytics Lead, develops success criteria and sets guidelines and commitments for new data, analytics, and reporting solutions.
Works closely with the firm’s Infrastructure Services department to ensure legal technology solutions are developed and/or deployed in compliance with firm requirements and follow best practices for the management of the firm’s legal technology and related data.
Participates in projects as assigned, including requirements gathering, analysis, software/platform selection, design, development, implementation, verification, integration, documentation, enhancements, monitoring, and support.
Builds strong working relationships with attorneys, members of the Practice Innovation team, and other professionals across the firm.
Delivers written and oral communications that clearly explain technical concepts using non-technical language. Displays proven ability to communicate with varying levels within the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet firm goals and objectives.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proven track record of figuring out a solution when no clear solution is visible, including by piecing together disparate systems.
Proven ability to tackle projects independently and proactively, while also exercising appropriate judgment regarding when to escalate or ask for help.
Experience thinking holistically across an organization and considering the scalability and global prioritization of a solution before investing time in its development.
Familiarity with legal technology concepts such as document assembly, robotic process automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive coding.
Robust analytical skills and ability to use computer systems and related tools.
Demonstrated proficiency with relational database management systems (e.g. SQL server, Azure Synapse/ Fabric).
Demonstrated proficiency in user experience design and data visualization applications (e.g. Microsoft Power BI, Tableau).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft products, including the Office suite of products, Teams, Power Automate, Visio, OneDrive, and Power BI. Microsoft certifications a plus.
PMP certifications a plus.
Familiarity with data warehouse concepts such as dimensional modeling, ETL/ELT, and RLS/OLS.
Ability to turn ideas into product solutions, including by integrating disparate tools.
Understanding of and ability to apply a design thinking approach to problem solving.
Ability to work effectively, both independently and with others, in a cooperative, enthusiastic, and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.
Strong business analysis skills, the demonstrated ability to exceed client expectations, and strategic thinking acumen. Willing to ask questions where appropriate and guide others when required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with lawyers and other professionals across the firm, clients, and service providers, including the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts using non-technical language to varying levels and personas within and outside the firm.
Strong organizational and time management skills, priority setting, and problem solving, especially when responding to unanticipated business requirements.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts. Requires sound judgment with respect to confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to quickly learn and utilize new software programs and tools.
Education

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job, preferably in a law firm, corporate legal department, or other legal services provider environment.

Experience

The position requires a minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience during which knowledge, skills, and abilities applicable to the position were demonstrated, preferably (in part) in a professional services environment. In particular, experience should include business low-code projects, data visualization, solution design, consulting and/or client-facing roles. Experience with legal innovation practices preferred.

Additional Information
Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

EOE m/f/d/v
Crowell & Moring LLP participates in the E-Verify program.

FIRM OVERVIEW

At Fisher Phillips, we know exceptional talent is the key to our success, to providing the best service to our internal and external clients. Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development. If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Fisher Phillips is an international employment and labor law firm, and we are hiring for an experienced Financial Analyst to lead our department and support the needs of our firm. This is a fully remote position, however, Candidates who are interested in applying must reside in Atlanta, GA or Columbus, OH. For more information about the firm, please visit our website at www.fisherphillips.com.

In this role, the Financial Analyst will be a key member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team. The position will have an active role in the financial reporting and analysis that supports the firm’s operations and growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills and experience with financial reporting, effectively communicate with peers and firm leadership, actively engage in operational efficiency initiatives, and exemplify a true team player.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the creation and distribution of monthly management-level financial reporting packages (i.e., FTE and headcount, productivity reports, practice department key performance indicator reports, etc.).
• Evaluates and improves existing financial models to further the department’s goal of reporting accuracy, improved turnaround times, and operational efficiency.
• Supports the financial reporting for peer benchmarking surveys on a quarterly and annual basis. Provides ad-hoc market analysis to inform management of market opportunities.
• Serves as the financial reporting lead for the annual associate performance process, collaborating with the Professional Development department to deliver performance reporting to key business stakeholders.
• Supports the implementation of a new, firm-wide reporting technology, assisting with data reconciliation, dashboard design, and integration with the firm’s financial reporting.
• Works directly with Finance and IT to assess data integrity across applications.
• Manipulates data in Excel spreadsheets, SQL, or other databases to summarize and analyze the financial and operational information needed.
• Evaluates recurring data requests for possible automation or other improvements and collaborates with IT to automate queries and report generation.
• Prepares ad-hoc financial reports and analysis with reliable conclusions that management can use to implement more effective operational strategies.
• Forecasts models for revenue changes and expenditure increases/decreases.
• Provides profitability analysis and highlights opportunity areas for clients and practices.
• Reviews, updates, and develops standard operating procedures for all existing and future financial reporting processes.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to analyze business requirements (i.e., functional and technical requirements, information needs, business processes) by conducting information-gathering sessions with business stakeholders, analyzing the information, and prioritizing the requirements to provide insight and solutions to business needs.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field and a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced MS Excel skills in accounting or finance field required.
• Proficient in editing SQL queries to extract data, including SQL database development.
• Experience in law firm and/or professional services experience preferred.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytic abilities.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong organizational and analytical skillset.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

No relocation costs. Principals only; no calls please.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

The Pricing and Legal Project Management team supports partners with full spectrum strategic financial and business insights, including the creation and management of alternative fee arrangements, development of pricing strategies, and creative approaches to important business problems that impact client acquisition, retention, and profitability.

The Senior Pricing Analyst will develop, iterate, and utilize sophisticated pricing and profitability models to support partner pricing requests and other Pricing/LPM projects and initiatives. The Senior Pricing Analyst will work closely with others in Finance, particularly LPM, to further the team objective of implementing pricing and project management best practices and to ensure stakeholders are aware of the financial implications of pricing, process management, and staffing decisions.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Produce sophisticated financial analyses using established and new, creative approaches.
- Run profitability analyses to assist partners with evaluation of fee proposals.
- Improve partners’ financial literacy through education on the business of law to effectuate optimal commercial decisions for client pricing proposals.
- Create sensitivity analyses to help partners understand potential impacts of changes in profit drivers.
- Support the development of team processes, checklists, knowledge repositories, and other critical infrastructure to enhance and accelerate the maturity of the Pricing/LPM function.
- Develop and articulate creative alternative fee arrangements that align incentives for clients and the firm.
- Prepare professional client-facing communications regarding pricing and financial performance.
- Contribute to the creation of matter budgets in collaboration with the Legal Project Management team.
- Assist with the development of predictive budgeting tools and implementation of new project management systems and processes.
- With guidance from the team, develop and apply an understanding of lawyer resources required to complete large transactional and litigation projects.
- Work with partners to build task-based budgets and project plans at the onset for critical client matters.
- Communicate progress on matters to stakeholders through various profitability metrics.
- Leverage the firm’s BI platform to facilitate the development and visualization of complex financial analysis.
- Provide thoughtful analysis and insights regarding firm financial performance, including identifying trends and recommending opportunities to maximize profitability or limit risk.
- Maintain awareness of pricing trends within the legal industry.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant financial analysis experience. Previous pricing or legal industry experience is required.
- Experience with SQL and legal billing systems (Aderant) is strongly desired.
- Advanced financial analysis and modeling skills.
- Extensive experience creating and maintaining complex spreadsheets (creative use of formulas, macros, pivot tables) required.
- Experience in using data visualization tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI) is desired.
- Flexibility to adjust work schedule according to workload demands.
- Exceptional attention to detail.

Morrison Foerster LLP, an Am Law 50 law firm with 18 offices worldwide, has an opening for a Pricing Analyst within our Pricing & Legal Project Management department! This role can be based in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Austin, Boston, New York or Washington, D.C.

The Opportunity

It's an exciting time to join MoFo's growing Pricing and Legal Project Management team!

Support Partners by providing financial analysis and pricing guidance on their client/matter portfolios.
Provide coaching and guidance to Partners, business professionals and Client Account Managers (CAMs) regarding effective pricing solutions that balance client needs and the firm’s profitability.
Analyze write-downs, write-offs, client discount structures and AFA’s to understand client realization, leverage and direct margin.
Proactively monitor budgets related to assigned billing Partners' matters.
Work closely with other financial operations teams to ensure annual pricing review process meets client deadlines, client accounts are set up properly and the billing team is informed of new agreement terms.
Support various projects that improve the pricing team’s efficiency and contribute to overall firm financial success.
Ideal Candidate

Undergraduate Degree required.
3 – 5 years’ experience working within the Professional Services field, in roles requiring intricate financial analysis.
Strong Microsoft Office Suite Skills, Excel in particular.
Working knowledge of Legal Industry accounting systems, preferably Thomson-Reuters Elite 3E
Effective communicator both internally and externally with clients.
Strong technical aptitude and understanding, including ability to quickly learn new applications.
Ability to manage multiple requests, assess priorities, and achieve solutions under deadlines.
Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills.
Talent for creating client satisfaction; demonstrated ability to focus on the client value in all work.
Who We Are

At Morrison Foerster, our culture is defined by our deeds. We’re passionate about what we do. We’re equally passionate about how we do it. We resist hierarchies and operate within a model of respect — for our colleagues, their ideas, and the differences that make us stronger. We encourage you to learn more about who we are, and what we do.

Should you find you’re ready to do the best work of your life, we encourage you to let us know!



Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

New York, San Francisco, salary range: $80k to $118k

Los Angeles salary range: $74k to $111k

Denver, Austin salary range: $69k to $103k

Summary
The Manager of Pricing will support and further develop the overall pricing needs of the Firm and its clients. The Manager will be significantly involved in developing, analyzing and monitoring pricing arrangements and developing process improvements. She/he provides leadership to the Pricing team and works closely with and collaborates with other Firm departments, lawyers and Firm management as necessary. A successful candidate will be a leader who balances analytical skills and knowledge of pricing with excellent communication.

Duties and Responsibilities
Act as key resource on select clients requiring ongoing significant financial support and matter management, both internally and externally.
Manage standard billing rates for all Firm timekeepers, including the annual standard rate review process.
Create models to assess financial impact of pricing proposals and assist in the development of creative pricing solutions in response to client demands.
Develop key relationships with firm personnel across multiple functions, including Business Intelligence, Marketing, Accounting, etc.
Track and report on complex and alternative fee arrangements to lawyers and firm management.
Assist with development of internal and external pricing tools and provide ongoing support.
Assist partners and the marketing department in responding to RFPs and ad hoc client requests.
Develop tools and processes to leverage historical matter and client data to enable analysis and support for global practice groups and Firm leadership.
Enhance and further develop tools and processes to support scoping of engagements and reporting.
Keep informed regarding pricing and engagement arrangement tools and trends within the legal profession.
Direct and supervise staff, including review of work, training and mentoring.
Promote high levels of service throughout group; ensure service standards are set and achieved by team; provide coaching and mentoring to staff to ensure a high level of service is accomplished individually and through teamwork.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
A minimum of 8 years of accounting and financial analysis experience.
Advanced capabilities and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint is required. Experience with Sharepoint, 3E, NetDocs, data presentation software and SQL is a plus.
2 or more years of supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to train and mentor staff.
Project management experience with the ability to efficiently and effectively complete projects.
Must be well organized with strong attention to detail and good business judgment, capable of handling sensitive information with appropriate discretion.

Preferred:

Previous experience working in a legal pricing function, particularly at a large law firm, strongly preferred.


Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities


Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and analytical individual to work with department leaders and practice group co-chairs to support the strategy of the firm’s largest practice, Real Estate. Responsibilities include ensuring the effective administration, operation, and project management of various practice group initiatives and to promote visibility of the firm, the practice group, and its lawyers within and outside the firm.

The Practice Group Manager will be responsible for the daily execution of the business needs/ operations of the Real Estate Group with a strong emphasis on alignment of all projects and activities with the group’s strategic plan. The Practice Group Manager will be a liaison to the practice co-chairs and work with other firm legal and administrative groups to support the practice group’s goals associated with marketing and client development, financial reporting, talent management, partner support, and other firmwide strategic initiatives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as trusted advisor to the practice co- chairs, leading, managing, organizing, and streamlining the administrative aspects of their role as practice group leaders. The manager is expected to assist in priority-setting, surface critical issues, and integrate strategic growth into the group’s tactics and objectives.
Assist in the implementation of the group’s strategic plan.
Assist with the preparation, review, and analysis of practice group productivity and financial metrics on a regular basis in collaboration with the Finance and Client Value teams, and develop strategies to address areas concern.
Serve as lead contact and project manager on real estate projects from conception to follow-through to ensure efficiency and quality.
Plan with lead attorney(s), attend, and run/present as needed for assigned group meetings, tracking all action items and following up on actions.
Monitor relevant practice and industry trends that intersect with our lawyers’ areas of specialty to facilitate broader current awareness within the group, opportunities for the attorneys to connect with clients on the same (including thought leadership), and to seize new market opportunities associated with these trends.
Facilitate practice subgroup/ working group meetings and share information with co-chairs and other stakeholders to ensure productive collaboration among groups.
Maintain system for tracking depth of expertise within assigned practices; collaborate with Chief Business Development Officer and Legal Talent to address gaps.
In conjunction with work allocators, co-chairs, and Business Operations colleagues, support the work assignment process as needed.
Collaborate with Chief Business Development Officer and Client Value Team to identify optimal pricing and staffing models to support strategic growth initiatives and financial goals.
Ensure that specific business development and marketing initiatives for practice group are aligned with firm and practice strategy.

About the job

At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success. Because we value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships and share in our success.

Haynes and Boone has been doing business in Houston for more than 30 years – consistently providing value to our clients in the local community, the U.S., and internationally. Our lawyers help major corporate clients grow and thrive in this energetic city, which has major connections to Latin America, Europe and Asia. Our Houston office focuses on energy, private equity, technology, real estate, intellectual property, environmental, business litigation, appeals, bankruptcy and restructuring, labor and employment, employee benefits and executive compensation, finance, tax, securities, mergers and acquisitions, and public and international law. We believe our people are the driving force behind our success in Houston. Because we value the role every individual plays in delivering exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships. and share in our success. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.

This exempt position provides support to the Director of Pricing and Practice Management. Additionally, the position serves as a dependable resource to the Department Administrative Partner(s), Section Leaders, and broader practice groups. This position works in close collaboration with accounting and other business services teams to support the success of various firmwide business objectives. The primary responsibilities of this position will include but are not limited to: (1) acting as a strategic advisor to firm leadership, (2) creating and implementing pricing strategies, fee estimates, and budgets, (3) developing and producing ad-hoc reporting, (4) educating and communicating best practices related to pricing and practice management firmwide, (5) collaborating with other business services departments, and (6) monitoring and measuring key performance indicators.

Essential Duties

Lead, structure, and recommend Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs), rate proposals, budgets, and various pricing solutions for Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Prepare written content to align the client’s needs with the firm’s offerings.
Participate in negotiations of pricing, contractual terms, and outside counsel guidelines.
Prepare financial models for ad-hoc firm, practice group, client, and matter level analyses and reporting.
Understand the firm and practice level financial drivers to optimize the strategic pricing and budgeting.
Present, coach, and provide training materials firmwide to attorneys and business services.
Provide data-driven decision support to the Director of Pricing and Practice Management, firm leadership, and partners.
Monitor the implementation and evaluate progress of custom business solutions and pricing.
Make recommendations for appropriate actions to improve department financial performance; based on review and analysis of financial data.
Assume a lead role in developing and maintaining quality reporting and analytics, to support department performance objectives, with a focus on client and matter profitability.
Provide leadership to ensure service excellence of the matter life cycle business process which includes business intake, monitoring client agreements, matter budgets, revenue cycle management, and matter closure.
Participate in the annual rate setting process and provide thoughtful recommendations rooted in thorough research and competitive intelligence.
Work collaboratively with other team members on special projects as assigned.
Takes primary role in developing and submitting the department’s revenue and expense budgets (including BD, CLE and Section) for the year and once approved by the firm, takes a lead responsibility for monitoring operational results.
Effectively facilitates the attorney and consulting compensation process for the relevant legal sections. This includes having a thorough understanding and the ability to communicate details of the compensation deals, along with support with managing any “Alternative Work Arrangements”.
Provides direct client support as assigned by the Director and firm leadership.

Other Duties

Other special projects and related duties as needed or assigned.

Reporting Relationship

The Business Manager reports to the Director of Pricing and Practice Management and is assigned to support one or more Department Administrative Partner(s). This position works closely with the, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance Manager of Finance and various partners in leadership positions. At times, the Business Manager may server in leadership roles in cross department project teams and interact directly with the firm’s client.

Knowledge/Experience

The Business Manager must have proficient knowledge in business processes, financial systems, and databases. The Business Manager should also have a solid understanding of the business functions within the professional services organization model. It is strongly preferred that the Business Manager possess at least two years of legal industry experience.

Skills

The Business Manager must have exceptional oral and written communication skills, as well as strong skills in specific tools the firm uses such as MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word. In addition, strong skills with specialty tools within finance such as Power BI and SQL are a must The Business Manager should have the ability to effectively communicate and relate well with all levels of the organization.

Education

This position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, finance, or accounting.

Working Conditions

Hybrid Office Environment

Job Summary

The Practice Innovation Analyst will be part of the Practice Innovation department and will lead the analysis of legal focused solutions that incorporate innovative technology to support the Firm’s practices and clients. The Analyst will work on improving and supporting the delivery of legal services by conceptualizing, designing, prototyping, and building out solutions, by employing low-code/no-code, AI, and related tools. The Innovation Analyst will be a hybrid technologist, employing the skills of a product designer, project manager, consultant, innovation champion, and, on a smaller scale, low-code developer.

Job Responsibilities

Collaborates with the Firm’s lawyers and clients to conceptualize, design, prototype, and build out innovative technology solutions that achieve stated business objectives and deliver exceptional client service centered on value, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, transparency, and predictability.
Quickly delivers prototypes of solutions that support the stated business objectives using low-code/no-code, AI, and related tools.
Actively participates in scoping, prioritization, planning, management, and execution of innovation projects, in collaboration with the Practice Innovation team.
Formulates change management strategies and establishes processes and documentation to support the successful deployment of technology solutions aligned to this role.
Documents business, functional, and technical requirement specifications, requirements traceability matrices, use cases (broken out by personas), storyboards, workflow diagrams, process maps, entity relationship diagrams, and data flow diagrams.
Works with other members of the Practice Innovation team to develop business cases to support the development and/or licensing of legal technology to solve specific business objectives and to measure the actual ROI achieved.
Monitors the legal innovation landscape, including strategic insights, to gain an understanding of how specific people, processes, and technology can solve legal practice challenges and bolster the business case for innovation initiatives.
In consultation with external technology providers, develops success criteria and sets guidelines and commitments for Proof of Concept trials of new technology.
Works closely with the Firm’s IS department to ensure legal technology solutions are developed and/or deployed in compliance with Firm requirements and follow best practices for the management of the Firm’s legal technology and related data.
Participates in projects as assigned, including requirements gathering, analysis, software/platform selection, design, development, implementation, verification, integration, documentation, enhancements, monitoring, and support.
Maintains a strong working relationship with other members of the Practice Innovation team, the IS department, the Marketing department, the Library & Research Department, the Pricing & Legal Project Management Department, and other internal partners.
Develops written and oral communications that clearly explain technical concepts using non-technical language; proven ability to communicate with varying levels within the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives.

Qualifications
Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proven track record of figuring out a solution when no clear solution is visible, including by piecing together disparate systems.
Familiarity with legal technology concepts such as document assembly, robotic process automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive coding.
Experience with relational database management systems (SQL server or Excel).
Experience in data visualization applications and low-code/no-code languages (e.g. Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, R etc.).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Ability to turn ideas into product solutions.
Understanding of and ability to apply a design thinking approach to problem solving.
Ability to work effectively, both independently and with others, in a cooperative, enthusiastic, and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.
Strong business analysis skills, the demonstrated ability to exceed client expectations, and strategic thinking acumen. Willing to ask questions where appropriate and guide others when required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with lawyers and other professionals across the Firm, clients, and service providers, including the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts using non-technical language to varying levels and personas within and outside the Firm.
Strong organizational and time management skills, priority setting, and problem solving, especially when responding to unanticipated business requirements.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts. Requires sound judgment with respect to confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to quickly learn and utilize new software programs and tools.
Education

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job, preferably in a law firm, corporate legal department, or other legal services provider environment.

Experience

The position requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience during which knowledge, skills, and abilities applicable to the position were demonstrated. In particular, experience must include business low-code projects, solution design, consulting and/or client-facing roles. Experience with knowledge management and / or legal innovation practices preferred.

Additional Information
Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

EOE m/f/d/v
Crowell & Moring LLP participates in the E-Verify program.

Overview

The Financial Analyst will support the firm’s attorneys and accounting personnel through the process of recording, maintaining, and tracking of pricing arrangements and client budgets. The Analyst will respond to firm wide surveys working with other departments to obtain data. Also, they will be responsible for analyzing expense variances and working with budget owners to evaluate trends.

Responsibilities

Review the intake of new matters and clients to ensure financial requirements are documented, applied, and communicated accurately and escalate matters where necessary
Support attorneys and accounting personnel through recording, maintaining, and tracking pricing arrangements and client budgets
Monitor and track performance of pricing arrangements against established goals and key performance indicators, including utilization, leverage, realization, and profitability
Respond to quarterly and annual firm wide surveys and pull information for survey requests outside the department
Perform quarterly financial analysis on department/practice group/office results
Analyze expense variances and communicate with budget owner to evaluate trends; review lateral partner candidate questionnaires and supporting documentation; prepare quantitative and qualitative candidate analysis for management review
Monitor, respond and escalate pricing team inquires
Calculate cost factors on a routine basis, analyze variances and reconcile
Support team members in ad-hoc pricing requests
Assist attorneys with client-facing fee monitoring requests
Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required
Master’s Degree, CPA, or equivalent designation a plus
At least One (1) years' experience as a financial analyst, financial accountant, or related work, required
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of professional services, financial metrics, or billing practices preferred
Strong analytical skills and high level of attention to detail
Effective oral and written communication skills
Understanding of legal terminology is a plus
Excellent judgment, decision making, and problem-solving skills; creative and innovative thinker

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

Cooley is seeking a Senior Manager of Practice Management & Strategic Business Analysis to join the Strategy & Legal Practice team.

Position summary: The Senior Manager of Practice Management & Strategic Business Analysis will work in partnership with the Associate Director of Practice Management, Director of Strategic Business Analysis, Director of Practice Administration, practice group leaders and department chairs to provide financial and operational support to department and practice group leadership.

This is position is expected to help develop and implement financial-based solutions aimed at improving the profitability and efficiency of practice groups, including supporting the development of strategy, business plans, financial analysis related to hiring decisions, and work closely with various professional staff teams that support to the department and practice groups. This position will also provide deep-dive, project-level support for firm management on the strategic assessment of practices in alignment with strategic goals and objectives. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Position responsibilities:

In conjunction with leadership, help develop and implement strategic plans for various practice group(s) and at the department level
Utilize existing firm financial systems to obtain data, organize the information and build reports to facilitate effective analysis
Monitor, evaluate and improve key performance indicators of the practice groups and departments, including cash leakage, in-depth realization studies, and utilization; maintain a partner-facing role to communicate performance through a solutions-oriented narrative
Facilitate long-term financial planning and growth modeling strategies for practices and departments, including aggregate annual hours, rates, revenues, headcount and client budgets
Analyze pipeline and demand metrics to manage capacity planning processes
Utilize analytical skills and expert knowledge of business, economics, finance and accounting to complete complex tasks and deliver on ad-hoc projects
Make recommendations to streamline workflow and process within the function, including finding ways to automate tasks and monthly reporting
Mentor junior team members to accurately interpret requests for analysis and reporting, act as a quality check on teamwork product
Support the implementation, development and use of practice management and strategic finance tools
Other duties, as assigned or required
Skills and experience:

Required:

Ability to travel, as required
Demonstrated success supporting senior executives
7+ years in finance management to include 3+ years of management experience in relevant roles. Proven ability to operate at a more senior level in terms of scope of responsibility, judgement, and independent nature
Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, finance, accounting, actuarial or mathematics-related field
Law firm, banking and/or professional services experience
Supervisory experience
Competencies:

Superior problem-solving skills – ability to think critically and strategically to provide analysis and steps for improvement
Ability to work collaboratively within a team; ability and willingness to adapt to changing business demands
Ability to exercise good judgment at all times by making sound and practical decisions; ability to assume responsibility for decisions and act decisively under deadlines
Maintain a high level of professional integrity; ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust
Highly organized with a keen attention to detail
Discrete and highly trustworthy
Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices.

EOE.

The expected annual pay range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.

We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Proskauer is an exciting place to be right now. With over 800 lawyers in 12 offices around the globe, we are the law firm that clients turn to when a matter is complex, innovative and game-changing in the world of sports, health care, life sciences, media & entertainment, technology, asset management and hospitality. Since 1875 we have been trusted by our clients because of the combination of our best-in-class practices and the strength of our industry knowledge.

The Manager of Pricing and Value will work closely with Firm Partners and executive leadership to create competitive, market forward pricing proposals for new and existing clients that also meet the Firm’s strategic objectives. This high-profile role will collaborate with many areas of the Firm, including Legal Project Management, Finance, Business Development, and Practice Department leadership. A successful candidate will possess superior communication skills combined with a deep knowledge of law firm economics.

The selected individual will:

- Develop, negotiate, and implement custom fee arrangements that satisfy the client's business objectives while meeting firm strategic and financial requirements
- Advise attorneys on fee arrangements specific to key practice areas and industries and stewarding them through the firm’s pricing approval process
- Model pricing scenarios and effectively communicate the risks, opportunities, and projected outcomes within various billing arrangements to firm leadership
- Drive strategic enhancement of offerings for the firm’s various departments with a particular focus on corporate & litigation practices
- Coach and mentor team members with the potential for direct management of analysts
- Collaborate with Client Operations, Finance, & Legal Project Management on special projects, pricing modeling improvements, and more efficient workflows across teams
- Partner with the Business Development team to develop attractive and inventive market offerings
- Support the development and execution of pricing education efforts for attorneys and business services stakeholders around key initiatives such as client and matter level profitability reporting and annual rate increases
- Review fee arrangements, special provisions, and terms and conditions within client engagements to ensure compliance with firm-wide policies and procedures
- Research industry benchmarks to identify pricing trends and opportunities for commercial improvements
- Assist in the development of matter taxonomies to more effectively understand the cost of matter phases and tasks to better scope and price matters

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar role in an industry or professional services firm in positions of increasing responsibility. Law firm experience preferred.
- Advanced Excel modeling skills and a high level of proficiency in Word and PowerPoint required.
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Must have the ability to interact effectively with firm clients, attorneys, and firm professional staff at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft proposals and other internal and external communications
- Interest in and ability to understand the legal/business environment, including industry and related practice terminology. Litigation funding experience a plus.

This position will require periodic physical presence in Proskauer’s offices on a weekly basis. The anticipated compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Proskauer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

SUMMARY: Barnes & Thornburg's pricing team is responsible for partnering with firm leadership, attorneys, and other personnel to develop and manage hourly and non-hourly matters and install scalable data capture processes to meet the needs of client business objectives. The Pricing Analyst reports to the firm’s Director of Pricing and supports a variety of the firm's strategic initiatives. Functionally, the Pricing Analyst will support the pricing team by managing its portfolio of matters for a large number of clients by actively managing tasks and deadlines, analyzing and tracking matter progress, and preparing client ready reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide counsel and support to lawyers and other firm personnel in developing pricing proposals, matter budgets, and profitability efforts.
2. Support the Pricing and Legal Project Management teams in internal and client-facing reporting. This task includes supporting ongoing reporting-improvement initiatives, such as exploring new business intelligence technologies, and working closely with the financial reporting and analysis team as needed.
3. Analyze historical and current data to support the development of pricing proposals and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs).
4. Provide market insight, competitive intelligence, and innovative thinking on pricing strategies.
5. Serve as a supplementary stakeholder of and subject matter expert on the firm’s business intelligence software to provide strategic analytics as they relate to pricing and project management.
6. Serve as a supplementary administrator of the firm’s matter management technology.
7. Assess and analyze internal data and convert findings into actionable, concise reports that establish or affirm firm priorities.
8. Improve data integrity to help drive effective decision making.
9. Assist with the ongoing enhancement and of budgeting templates and other tools for use by firm attorneys and legal operations personnel.
10. Produce metrics for internal and external reporting that are provided to the legal operations department and firm leadership. This task includes the extraction of data from the firm’s financial databases and contributing new meaningful metrics.
11. Provide support in response to ad-hoc requests from firm attorneys and leadership.
12. Other duties as assigned.

The employee must be able to perform all essential job duties and responsibilities of this position satisfactorily and as outlined, with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodation requests may be accommodated, absent undue firm hardship.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Knowledge of statistical, financial, and accounting principles normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree is required.
2. Candidate must have superior written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and present succinct reports, analyses, proposals, recommendations, and demonstrations to firm stakeholders.
3. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Advanced fluency in Excel is preferred (pivot tables, vlookups, embedded formulas, etc.).
4. Candidate must be proactive with strong time management and organizational skills. This position will require the coordination of multiple projects simultaneously and the candidate must be able to prioritize workload accordingly.
5. Candidate must be a self-motivated person with a positive and professional attitude.
6. Candidate must have strong analytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skills, and be able to effectively communicate findings to attorneys and firm management in a clear and concise manner.

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements of this position. As such, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of job duties or responsibilities required in this role. Subject to firm needs, duties and responsibilities of this position may change at any time, on a temporary or permanent basis, and with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.
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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.
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Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Statement
Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran’s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.

King & Spalding, a leading global law firm, currently seeks a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join our Finance Department in Atlanta. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will work closely with the financial analysis team and will report to the Associate Director of Financial Planning & Analysis.

The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance. Eligible employees may participate in King & Spalding’s comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, on-site gym access, discount programs, an onsite childcare center, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Candidates will have the following responsibilities:

Monitor, analyze, and report on key performance indicators including utilization, realization, rates, net income, and profits per partner on a regular basis, identifying and investigating trends, anomalies, and opportunities
Develop ad hoc financial models and data analysis to answer business questions and provide leadership with insights; this may include in-depth review of accrual results to understand drivers, or cash and accrual revenue, expense, and income scenario analysis
Act as product owner and steward of our financial planning tool, Adaptive Planning, including system design, routine assessment of models against business needs, and longer-term system improvements (like implementations of additional functionality)
Develop reporting deliverables and presentations to communicate financial and operational performance for senior leadership
Establish and maintain team guidelines and standards to ensure timeliness, accuracy, consistency, and scalability of reporting, planning, analysis, and delivery
Own the planning calendar to anticipate support activities, align required resources, and manage stakeholder expectations
Manage the daily performance of the FP&A team, including goal setting and tracking, delegation of work, review of deliverables, and managing timelines; lead, develop, and coach the team for continuous growth
Successful candidates are detail oriented, efficient and have the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, high volume environment. Must have a strong work ethic and a great attitude. Must have good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Candidates should have well-developed Microsoft Office skills, including advanced Excel proficiency, expertise in financial planning software, preferrably Workday Adaptive Planning, and demonstrate the ability to problem solve and communicate with all levels of personnel. Candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business; and at least seven years of accounting or finance experience, including .financial planning & analysis. A MBA or advance degree in finance or accounting is strongly preferred.

We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses 2,300 lawyers and business professionals in 23 offices worldwide. We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.

King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.

Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst is a member of the Practice & Pricing Analytics team within the firm's Accounting & Finance department. This role will support the firm’s practice leadership with regards to practice analytics. The role will also work with attorneys developing pricing arrangements and client budgets. They will also assist in the design of analytical tools and reporting systems to support practice analytics, develop alternative fee arrangements, monitor performance against budgets, and assess the financial impact of pricing arrangements. The role requires they possess written and oral communication skills as they will be working with attorneys of all levels and firm leadership.

Responsibilities

-Analyze, monitor and effectively communicate practice metrics and data to advise firm leadership
-Develop models to assess financial impact and profitability of pricing proposals, and assist in the development of creative, workable pricing solutions in response to client demands, including alternative fee arrangements
-Monitor performance of pricing arrangements against established goals and key performance indicators, including utilization, leverage, realization, and profitability
-Participate in the development of systems, tools and processes to support the practice analytics and pricing arrangements
-Assist business development and marketing team in responding to client RFPs and pitches that require attention to detail and deadline adherence
-Provide analysis in support of annual firm processes such as partner compensation and setting attorney billing rates
-Perform ad-hoc analysis to meet firm needs
-Stay informed of current pricing trends within the legal market, and apply learned concepts to help improve the firm's pricing capabilities

Qualifications

-Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; Master's Degree or certification preferred
-Minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting, finance, or pricing required
-Law firm or professional services firm experience preferred
-Pricing and/or profitability experience preferred
-Written and oral communication skills required

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

King & Spalding, a leading global law firm, is currently seeking a Manager of Pricing & Legal Project Management to join our Finance Department in Atlanta, New York, or Washington, DC. The Manager of Pricing & Legal Project Management will help the firm develop and execute on pricing and project management strategies that deliver cost-effective results to firm clients and support the firm’s financial goals. This role will assist attorneys in developing creative pricing arrangements and project budgets and will develop tools and processes for effectively managing projects to achieve client objectives. The Manager of Pricing & Legal Project Management will also take a lead role in educating attorneys on pricing models, law firm economics, matter management, and communicating with clients. The role is both attorney-facing and client-facing.

The Firm offers a generous total compensation package. Eligible employees may participate in King & Spalding’s comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, on-site gym access, discount programs, back-up adult and childcare, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Candidates will have the following responsibilities:

Drive the development of creative pricing solutions to meet client business objectives, including the use of alternative fee arrangements
Provide counseling, advice, and support to attorneys in developing pricing proposals and matter budgets, including leveraging templates and historical financial and matter data
Work directly with clients on pricing-related issues, including helping to identify client business objectives, cost pressures, and pricing preferences
Partner with Business Development and attorneys to develop pricing strategies in connection with RFP submissions, lead the drafting of financial and pricing responses for such submissions, and take point on running electronic auctions and competitive bidding processes
Develop systems for tracking progress against matter budgets and alternative fee arrangements
Follow-up with attorneys as needed to address budget overruns, support budget revisions, address scope changes, and develop client communication strategies that avoid surprises and articulate the value of our work
Assist in developing training materials and resources related to matter pricing, budgeting, and project management
Stay informed of current pricing trends within the legal market, and apply learned concepts to help improve the firm’s pricing and legal project management capabilities
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to effectively design and draft pricing proposals, strong financial analysis skills, and a desire to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Candidates should also have well-developed Microsoft Office skills, including strong Excel skills and a high level of proficiency in Word, and demonstrate the ability to problem solve and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel. Candidates are required to have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years job related experience preferably in a law firm or professional services firm.

We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses more than 2200 lawyers & business professionals in 23 offices worldwide. We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.

King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.

New York: full-time annualized salary range $130,000 - $165,000. The salary offer will be contingent upon various factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, market data, job location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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 for a Manager, Strategic Pricing.

Paul Hastings’ Strategic Pricing team is responsible for developing creative pricing solutions and implementing best practices to ensure that the Firm meets its profitability goals. The Manager, Strategic Pricing will play a critical role in discharging the Strategic Pricing team’s responsibilities and contribute significantly to achieving the firm’s financial objectives.

The Manager, Strategic Pricing reports to the Director of Strategic Pricing.

In this capacity, the Manager, Strategic Pricing will:
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;
Manage a team of analysts;
Support lawyers in rate and fee negotiations with clients;
Develop and evaluate alternative fee arrangements, with appropriate consideration of quantitative and qualitative criteria;
Support attorneys to develop fee estimates by analyzing the data from prior matters; and
Deliver excellent customer service in response to lawyer and client requests .

Proficiencies:
High Proficiency in financial modeling and spreadsheet functionality;
Ability to manipulate data effectively and present findings to management and attorneys;
Ability to think critically and strategically to provide summarized complex quantitative concepts ;
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations ;
Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization ;
Ability to summarize complex quantitative concepts, both orally and in written communications, to internal and external stakeholders;
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects or initiatives simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business objectives ;
Proficient knowledge of financial and accounting principles; and
Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to draft client-facing language clearly and concisely .

Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree is required with a preference for business degree;
A MBA is (preferred);
At least 7 years law firm or professional services experience (required);
At least 5 years of Legal Pricing experience (required);
At least 3-5 years of experience managing teams in a client-facing role (preferred); and
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including PowerPoint, Outlook and Word with advanced proficiency in Excel.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short and Long Term Disability
Voluntary 401k plan and profit sharing
10 paid holidays per year, and a generous PTO program
Family Support including Paid Parental Leave and Fertility coverage
Bright Horizons (Back-up child care, elder care and online tutoring)
Dependent Care
Wellness programs (Employee Assistance Program, mental health and well-being events)
Anniversary Bonus Program
Professional Development Programs
Transportation Allowance and Commuter Benefits
Auto/Home/Legal Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee discounts
And more!

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Job Description Summary:

Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Practice Group Director to work with our Practice Management team in our New York City office. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level strategic and operational support to assigned practice group leader and practice group members, and at the direction of the Managing Director of Practice Management and/or the Senior Director of Practice Management, drive the implementation of other firm initiatives. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.