Innovation Project Manager

Innovation Project Manager
Job Locations

US-Any US Office

ID
2024-1379

Category
Innovation
Overview

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for an Innovation Project Manager. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices (Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV) and consideration given for 100% remote US locations.

Responsibilities

Scope, define and manage projects undertaken by the Innovation team and act as project manager and key contact point
Monitor, track and vet innovation ideas submitted to the Innovation Team and assist with analysis and implementation, where applicable
Consult with practice groups, attorneys and staff to identify areas to implement new technology, improve resource usage, process map, and streamline workflows
Monitor market on legal technology and legal service delivery innovation to identify areas for integration and continually benchmark the firms position
Evaluate and assess new products and technology, including coordinating pilot and proof of concept programs.
Promote efficient use of firm systems and solutions and, in collaboration with other departments at Orrick, monitor and report on resource and technology usage and develop workflows and strategies to improve usage
Assist with producing marketing materials, industry submissions, presentations and client-facing materials
Identify and work with subject matter experts to develop tools, resources and processes that improve efficiency and the delivery of legal services
Support and maintain the development of various databases and platforms used by the Innovation Team, including the internal portal and technology database, and share knowledge where applicable
Assist with the continuous growth and development of CaseStream, Orricks case management system
Engage across the firm to promote innovation and proactively identify and promote opportunities to use technology and innovation to solve problems
Develop and deliver training on legal services resources and technology

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record that includes creative problem solving, workflow analysis, and development of best practices. The selected candidate should also possess:
Professional Experience:
Bachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and seven to ten years experience in the legal environment in a role that provided direct knowledge of the workflows involved in the delivery of legal services, such as attorney, practice support, or knowledge management.
A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or equivalent.
Thorough understanding of legal processes and workflows of different practice groups
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization and/or specific direction exists.
Ability to analyze data & reports; develop use cases, and create functional requirements documents for systems and tools.
Ability to work independently with excellent judgment.
Strong analytic, project management, and research skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, coupled with a positive outlook; public relations and diplomacy skills must be excellent.
Team player able to adapt to a changing environment and multitask assignments, and able to approach problems with a sense of ownership, enthusiasm, and innovation.
Superior written and verbal communication skills coupled with the demonstrated ability to present complex ideas to… For full info follow application link.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.