Evaluate practice group needs, including by gathering and analyzing group-related data, on an ongoing basis, identify gaps in associate resources and support recruiting team efforts.
Manage orientation and integration support for lateral associates and junior associates, as well as off-boarding processes.
Lead on associate engagement and provide support and guidance on morale and other events to foster in-office collaboration.
Work with partners, our Practice Support Lawyers and Legal Training teams to plan and conduct formal training programs for attorneys within the Corporate Practice Group, as well as to help gameplan both on Practice Group-related and other Corporate meetings on firmwide initiatives like firmwide retreats, competencies and the like.
Work with the Legal Personnel team to support the evaluation and associate development process.
Work with the Knowledge Management team to support testing, rollout and maintenance of key tools and resources including AI tools.
Collaborate with practice group directors, Practice Support Lawyers and other key stakeholders on AI initiatives for the Corporate Practice Group, including identifying opportunities for AI-enabled efficiencies and developing trainings to support responsible and effective use of AI tools within the group.
Work with corporate practice group practice management directors, practice leaders, partners and others in management to help make strategic decisions for the group.
Assist with any other existing or future initiatives, projects, processes, tasks and the like that may be presented to the Practice Management team.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
Sound judgment and extreme discretion with respect to confidential and sensitive information.
Strong emotional intelligence, ability to influence and guide others, and able to provide quality and efficient client service (to both internal and external clients) in a fast-paced industry.
Awareness and understanding of business improvement processes and best practices.
Strong interpersonal skills, service mentality and ability to build relationships.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong data analytics skills to assess a range of metrics and presents data in an effective manner.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to quickly learn and utilize additional software.
Ability to thoughtfully and effectively use AI tools to improve efficiency, support data analysis and workflow management, and help identify practical applications for the Corporate Practice Group while exercising sound judgment around confidentiality, accuracy and responsible use.
Reporting to the Corporate Practice Group Director, the qualified candidate will preferably have 3-5 years of manager level experience at a law firm or other professional services experience. Experience in practice management, including staffing support, is a plus. Bachelor's degree required; JD or MBA a plus.
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Benefits and Compensation Details
At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.
The anticipated range for this position is
$160,700 - $228,500
Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.
