Practice Management Coordinator

New York, NY or Washington, DC

The Practice Management Department of a premier, global, law firm has an opening for a Practice Management Coordinator in the New York office supporting various Practice Groups. The Coordinator is responsible for providing a combination of technical, analytical and administrative support to the Practice Management Team and the Chief Talent Officer.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Practice Management Team in assisting Firm and Practice Group Leadership in business planning and analysis, report preparations, meetings and communications and implementation of practice and Firm initiatives.
• Centralizing the Practice Management internal communications, including developing substantive internal team meeting agendas and executing PM-specific events.
• Managing Practice Management shared document workspace, including reporting, budgets and expenses, ad hoc projects, etc.
• Assisting in the coordination of practice group meetings and presentations.
• Providing periodic support and data to Business Development.
• Identifying and coordinating training opportunities for the PM Team on internal and external tools, processes and technology.
• Assisting with modification and roll-out of Practice Management-specific tools, including online reporting and matter management applications.
• Partnering with peer departments (Business Development, Talent Development, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, etc.) and coordinating on behalf of PM.
• Acting as a first point of contact to the Practice Management team, which includes monitoring the team inbox and responding to and relaying requests as appropriate.
• Managing special projects, both internally and with peer departments, as requested.
• Performing a variety of administrative tasks and providing general support as assigned.
• Reviewing and analyzing data, including issue-spotting and confirming report accuracy.
• Assisting with ad hoc projects concerning practice group performance at the request of the Firm and Practice Leadership and Practice Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a law firm, professional services or corporate environment (Practice Management, Business Development, Talent Development, Financial Services, or Accounting experience a plus).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Demonstrates strategic focus and self-motivation.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team and has the ability to collaborate effectively across administrative departments and practice areas in all offices.
• Ability to build relationships and gain the trust of the attorneys and other administrative staff members.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate, in oral and written form, with people at all levels within the Firm.
• Exhibit superior attention to detail and pride in high quality deliverables.
• Must possess financial, analytical and project management skills.
• Must possess good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, service mentality and sensitivity to confidential information.