Senior Legal Project Manager Analyst - Global Law Firm

  • Job Reference: JO0000005877
  • Date Posted: 15 November 2024
  • Recruiter: Ryder Reid Legal
  • Location: London
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Office / Practice Management
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

Title: Senior Legal Project Management Analyst

Salary: Competitive

Hybrid: 3/2

Location: London Liverpool St/Fenchurch St

Ryder Reid Legal is seeking a Senior Legal Project Management Analyst to join one of our global law firm clients at their London office on a permanent, hybrid working basis. This role is pivotal in supporting our clients Legal Project Management team, aiding lawyers in managing the Firm's business and clients through early-stage matter engagement, budgeting, ongoing matter lifecycle support, and reporting to enhance profitability and scalability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Utilise Excel, PowerBI, Smartsheet, and other tools to manage, track, and analyse data.
  • Implement matter management workflows to ensure diligent monitoring and drive profitability.
  • Communicate with directors and Client Operations about notable engagements and matter activity.
  • Assist the London pricing team with data and analytics for accurate estimates and budgets.
  • Prepare internal and external data insight reports.
  • Lead matter management efforts in key practice areas.
  • Participate in meetings with partners regarding matter statuses and billing expectations.
  • Apply financial concepts and problem-solving skills to support strategic objectives.
  • Collaborate with Client Operations, Pricing, Knowledge Management, and other Business Services groups.
  • Maintain project trackers and budget repositories.
  • Identify and resolve issues, documenting lessons learned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree required; relevant qualifications/experience desirable.
  • 3-4 years of law firm experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in project management, legal, financial management, and process improvement.
  • Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
  • Proactive, self-starter, and highly organized.
  • Strong technical acumen, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.


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