Description
Our client is an AmLaw Top 50 law firm at the forefront of innovation in the legal industry, serving clients across Technology, Energy, Finance, and Life Sciences. Known for its award-winning culture, the firm consistently ranks among the top for pro bono impact, diversity, and workplace flexibility. They are seeking a Practice Manager to join the team in support of their Finance practice group.
Who You Are
- You have 5+ years of experience managing a finance-related practice group at a law firm, including managing staffing, professional development, and workload allocation for associates
- J.D. preferred; MBA or equivalent industry experience considered
- Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
- Comfortable partnering with partners, associates, and senior business leaders
- Strong financial acumen with advanced Microsoft Office and data analysis skills
What You’ll Do
- Manage associate staffing, utilization, and work allocation across the Finance practice
- Partner with associates on professional development, training, mentoring, and career goals
- Analyze utilization, productivity, profitability, and other practice performance metrics
- Work with practice leaders to identify staffing needs and support hiring and workforce planning
- Help integrate new associates and of counsel into the practice
- Partner with Finance, Talent, Innovation, and other teams to improve resource allocation and efficiency
- Support practice leadership with financial analysis, strategic initiatives, communications, and day-to-day operations
What Success Looks Like
- Associate workloads are balanced effectively with client and professional development needs
- Practice leadership has clear visibility into staffing, utilization, and financial performance
- Associates receive meaningful development opportunities and support
- Practice operations become more efficient, collaborative, and profitable
Salary Range: $180,000 – 240,000 annually, based on experience
Location: New York, NY – Hybrid
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