Legal Project Manager

Company: Software Placement Group
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 9, 2024

Job Description:

About the Job:
Legal Project Manager
We are seeking a dynamic Legal Project Manager to join our team in Washington, DC. This role offers you the opportunity to work closely with a cross-functional team, delivering superior legal services across multiple practice areas. Your primary responsibility will be to guide client teams from project inception to completion, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to best practices in managing legal matters. If you thrive in a challenging, innovative environment and have a proven track record in project management within legal or professional services, this role is an ideal fit for you.
Compensation: Depending on Experience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Coordinate with client teams to support efficient engagement management and identify enhancements in service delivery through innovative use of people, processes, and technology.
  
• Function as a subject matter authority on various aspects including project planning, budget preparation, fee and scope management, adherence to outside counsel guidelines, and utilization of project management technology.
  
• Offer immediate consultancy to client teams, focusing on service quality, delivery, and operational efficiency.
  
• Ensure the firm's compliance with outside counsel guidelines especially concerning staffing, reporting, and collaboration with the Finance team for client billing.
  
• Promote and support the integration of legal project management and knowledge management tools such as Clocktimizer, viGlobal, Kira, Intapp, and HighQ.
  
• Lead in the formation and refinement of legal project management methodologies by collaborating with internal teams, clients, and external vendors.
  
• Provide mentorship and training on project management and process improvement across the firm.
  
• Advocate and foster a culture of continuous improvement and constructive feedback within and beyond the team.
  
  Minimum Position Qualifications:
  
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  • At least 3 years of experience in project management within a law firm, corporate legal department, or related professional services environment.
    
  • A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
    
  • Demonstrated skill in implementing practical, effective solutions to enhance financial performance and client satisfaction.
    
  • Proficiency in formal project management and process improvement tools and methodologies.
    
  • Solid understanding and usability with project management technology such as SharePoint, Smartsheet, HighQ, Microsoft Project, and other related tools.
    
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
    
  • Advanced analytical abilities with a knack for identifying the key metrics that drive improvements and decisions.
    
  • Readiness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
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    • A professional qualification such as a Paralegal Certificate, MBA, or JD.
      
    • Experience in handling high-stakes client interactions within a legal operations context.
      
    • Advanced knowledge of document management systems, extranets, and collaboration portals.
      
    • Expertise in change management methodologies, notably Prosci.
      
    • Certifications in project management or process improvement, such as PRINCE2 or PMP.
      
    • Keen understanding of broader project management principles and contemporary discussions on the future of legal services.
      
      Skills:
      
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      • Strong project planning and management skills.
        
      • Effective use of advanced project management tools and software.
        
      • Adept in legal and administrative compliance requirements.
        
      • Skilled in providing training and mentorship on project management and efficiency enhancements.
        
      • Excellent communication abilities and stakeholder engagement.
        
      • Capability to perform under pressure and handle multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment.
        
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