Legal Personnel Manager – Litigation

Legal Personnel Manager – Litigation

New York, NY (remote to start)

Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Legal Personnel – Litigation Department, the Legal Personnel Manager will support the administration of the Litigation Department, including assistance with associate staffing and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to litigation leadership which will include staffing and utilization, ongoing monitoring and analysis of workloads and tracking skills and experience to make recommendations on staffing requests
• Assist in the annual evaluation process and solicit and compile interim feedback
• Serve as a resource for associates in connection with assignments, interpersonal issues, and career planning
• Plan and coordinate events
• Meet regularly with associates to assess morale, identify training issues, answer questions and address concerns
• Conduct exit interviews

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree required, J.D. preferred
• At least 7 years of professional services experience
• Minimum 5 years of law firm experience; experience in practice group or talent management in large law firm preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with attorneys and staff throughout the Firm.
• Highly organized and self-directed approach to work with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with intense client service orientation.
• Creativity in developing solutions and achieving results.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and other sensitive matters.