Practice Manager
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1700 lawyers and 1400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today Fortune The American Lawyer Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
At McDermott we dont just invest in your future we accelerate your career wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us youll find:
A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for all perspectives: Were smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. Thats why our benefits program supports your physical emotional mental and financial health with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description:
The Practice Manager is responsible for the delivery and project management of substantive practice development initiatives as directed by the Practice Group Directors. This position supports the smooth running of multiple practice groups both operationally and organizationally. The Practice Manager relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Drive organization and execution across practice groups to ensure priorities timelines and deliverablesremainon track
Support implementation of practice groupstrategicprioritiesby working closely with practice leadership to define goalsandmonitorprogress
Supportday-to-dayoperationsof thepracticegroups under the direction of the Practice Group Director
Project manage the delivery of substantive practice development initiatives and projects as directed by practice leadership
Coordinateassociate onboarding integrationand offboardingassistintegration efforts as needed with other positions
Manage and communicate lateral recruiting pipeline across practice leadership
Support atahigh levelthe operational aspects of running the practice group including drafting leadership communicationsassistingtheorganizationand planning ofinternal and external practice meetings and aidingwith promotioncompensationand evaluation processes
Track census file changes and ensure that these changes flow to other practice group reporting
Partner with Finance & Accounting to review andanalyzekey financial metrics including capacity and profitability
Analyze targeted financial reports toidentifyand explain specific trends and anomalies including but not limited to advising on aspects related to billing and matter management
Support reporting and analysis of timekeeper capacityandutilizationbased on practicegroup needs
Serve asaliaison between practice groupsandadministrativedepartments (Business Development andMarketing HRProfessional Development Accounting and Finance) to ensure operational excellenceefficienciesand effective use of resources toward meeting strategic objectives
Foster cross-platform communication and idea exchange particularly with similar practice support and operational roles across the firm
Identify and implement technology solutions including AI tools and workflow automation to improve operational efficiency reporting communication and project execution across the PGD team
Job Specifications:
MinimumBachelors Degreeor equivalent required
At least5-7years experiencein a professional service environment
Strongprojectmanagement and critical thinking skills
Ability to work well with all levels of management
Reliable and flexible with a high degree of initiative
Ability to work independently set work goals andobjectives
Strong organizational and analytical skills including Excel and PowerPoint with exceptional attention to detail
Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $131000 - $203000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills experience and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to sit use hands reach with hands and arms stoop talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
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