Legal Project Manager - (Hybrid Schedule)
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- Job ID: 506595
- Location: Global Solutions - Pittsburgh; Chicago; Houston; Miami; Dallas; Atlanta; Washington, .; Philadelphia; Princeton
- Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary
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Firm Information
- Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward.
- We have an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, delivering smarter, more creative legal services for better outcomes.
- Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) operate as one global partnership across 30+ offices worldwide.
Position Summary
- The Legal Project Manager will assist lawyers with exemplary client service through advanced matter and client management.
- Expected to understand the firm’s business goals and support lawyers in value-added services to clients.
- Analyzing financial data, creating Excel-based financial reports, utilizing project management methodologies and tools, and building client communication tools (such as dashboards).
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist legal teams in defining project scope, timelines, roles and responsibilities, and risk management plans.
- Manage client projects with multiple resources, including client representatives, legal resources, project managers, and technology.
- Analyze financial data and create Excel-based reports to track matter progress and budget.
- Assist with budget and matter work plan development.
- Estimate necessary resources and provide input for budget and work plan creation.
- Consult on pricing methods and alternative fee arrangements.
- Define project success criteria and communicate progress to involved parties.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope and identify potential risks.
- Manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Create and complete internal and external reports for continuous improvement.
- Develop understanding of law firm profitability metrics and key performance indicators.
- Make recommendations to improve profitability metrics.
- Build and maintain business relationships.
- Partner with other departments for program success.
- Conduct training on project management and value services.
- Negotiate rate and fee agreements with clients and prepare partners for similar discussions.
Requirements
- Undergraduate or MBA degree in finance or related business field, Juris Doctor, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum two years experience in legal industry and five years in finance industry.
- Willingness to obtain project management or legal project management certification.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Visio, and Project, with a willingness to learn new technologies.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure team-based environment.
- Ability to respond to changing priorities and timelines.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to elicit cooperation from various parties.
- Ability to balance control and execution.
- Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
- Willingness to work remotely and communicate effectively.
- Ability to travel for meetings and training.
Other
- No supervisory responsibilities.
- Must demonstrate strong communication skills.
- Ability to utilize technology.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Ability to work long days and sit or stand for extended periods.
- Occasional travel and overtime may be required.
Pay Ranges
- Pay range varies based on location and experience.
- Pittsburgh, Miami, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta: $82,000 - $95,000
- Chicago, Philadelphia: $87,500 - $105,000
- Princeton, Washington, DC: $93,500 - $115,000
Benefits Package Overview
- 401k Plan
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Virtual Health
- Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Family Leave
- College Savings Plan
- Transportation Benefit
- Back-up Child Care
- College Coach
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Sick Time and Time Off
Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code, and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and a generous 401k plan.
Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities in the application and interview process. We only consider qualified candidates and do not accept submissions from search firms.
