Project Manager in Greenville, SC

Law Firm

Greenville, SC

Project Manager in Greenville, SC

Law Firm Non Legal Department

Min 4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Responsibilities:

- Assist teams in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables that meet the business needs of the law firm and its clients.
- Develop project plans and create a framework for consistent project execution.
- Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
- Effectively communicate project expectations and status to team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans as needed.
- Apply PMO methodology effectively and enforce project standards.
- Minimize exposure and risk on projects.
- Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
- Partner with the law firm’s Directors including but not limited to Accounting, IT, HR, Operations, and Client Service departments.
- Develop and conduct training on project management processes for staff.
- Promote greater transparency, predictability, and accountability for all projects across the law firm.
- Send system-generated and custom-developed reports with analytical observations to program participants.
- Develop training and tools and think strategically about ways to further the dissemination of portfolio management as a best practice.

Education and Experience Information:

- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related area with 4+ years of experience in a law firm or professional services organization or a related area.
- PMP certification preferred.
- Familiarity with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Project administration and management experience beneficial.
- Previous experience in a partnership and professional services environment preferred.
- Proven ability to comprehend business objectives and develop and execute appropriate business strategies.
- Excellent communication, organization, multi-tasking, and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with Internet and web-based platforms.
- Strong judgment and ability to make well-reasoned independent decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills; strong reporting skills.
- Self-motivated and independent, able to work with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable working across multiple cultures and time zones in a matrix organization.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including a pleasant nature and ability to influence others.
- Organized, detail-oriented individual with good project management skills.
- Strong client service orientation.

Salary Information:

The text does not provide specific salary information.

Benefits:

The law firm offers a robust suite of benefits for its staff, including:

- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- A 401(k) matching program
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
- Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program