Job Description

Overview

A global professional services firm is seeking a Legal Project Manager to support legal teams across the full lifecycle of matter management. This role focuses on driving efficiency, financial performance, and strategic execution through effective scoping, planning, budgeting, and monitoring of legal matters.

The position partners closely with attorneys and cross-functional teams to implement best practices, improve processes, and deliver data-driven insights that enhance client service and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys and legal teams to manage matters, including scoping, budgeting, staffing, and workflow coordination

• Develop and maintain matter budgets using historical data and analytical tools

• Monitor financial performance and track progress against budgets and key performance indicators
• Analyze matter data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improved efficiency and cost management
• Prepare and deliver reporting on matter status, financials, and performance metrics
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address budget variances and adjust project plans as needed
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of data within matter management systems
• Develop and implement standardized tools, templates, and processes to support project management best practices
• Partner with finance, pricing, billing, and other internal teams to support matter execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimization and automation
• Support training and adoption of project management principles across legal teams
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging practices
• Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred

• Significant experience in legal project management, pricing, or a related function within a professional services environment

• Strong analytical and financial management skills, including experience with budgeting and performance metrics

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• High level of professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with data visualization tools or financial systems preferred
• Familiarity with databases or technical tools is a plus
• Project management or process improvement certifications preferred

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