Associate Director managing strategic pricing and legal project management for a global law firm. Leading complex client engagements and mentoring team members in Texas locations.
Responsibilities
Support the Director in developing team strategy, executing strategic initiatives and supervising the Pricing and LPM teams
Oversee day-to-day operations of both pricing and legal project management functions to ensure alignment with firm goals
Lead complex client engagements and high-profile projects, providing strategic pricing and project management guidance
Mentor and develop team members, including Senior Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Analyze and report on key performance metrics to firm leadership, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement
Act as the Director’s delegate as needed, representing the department in leadership meetings and decision-making forums
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Development, Finance, Innovation, Information Technology and Knowledge Management, among others
Drive the development and implementation of tools, templates, and best practices to enhance pricing and project delivery
Ensure compliance with firm policies and procedures related to pricing, budgeting, and client engagement
Stay informed of industry trends and innovations in legal pricing and project management
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
JD or MBA required
Previous law practice in an AMLAW firm preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience in legal pricing, legal project management, related professional services roles, or practicing attorney roles
Must have both legal pricing and legal project management experience
At least 5 years of direct experience working with firm leadership and firm partners in scoping, developing budgets, identifying material assumptions and exclusions, and conveying the risks/rewards of various pricing proposals in litigation, corporate, and employment and labor practice areas
Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and performance reporting
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with legal technology platforms such as Clocktimizer, Foundation, Aderant Expert, SharePoint and Power BI preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership and stakeholders
Client relationship management experience and a full understanding of client development drivers
Proven analytic and decision-making abilities
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and professional integrity
Demonstrable experience of thought leadership and innovation in problem-solving
Benefits
access to three medical plans
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts
401(k) savings plan
profit-sharing plans if eligible
fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys
competitive paid time off plan, providing a minimum of 20 days off
generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave
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