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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe Legal Project Manager - Cybersecurity Practice in Wheeling, West Virginia
Legal Project Manager - Cybersecurity Practice Job Locations
US | US | US
ID 2024-1399
Category Practice Management Overview
Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Legal Project Manager - Cybersecurity Practice. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices (Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV) with consideration given for 100% remote US locations. The Objective: As a Legal Project Manager - Cybersecurity Practice, you will collaborate with the cybersecurity practice to achieve strategic goals, enhance the practice, and support clients. This includes leading online safety initiatives, managing business development, and supporting practice initiatives while working closely with the Chief Practice Officer and Practice Manager. Our ideal candidate will swiftly grasp legal complexities, build rapport with stakeholders, excel in communication and project management, and possess experience in high-level legal practice and understanding of large law firm
Responsibilities
How will I spend my time? You will spend most of your time on these responsibilities: Leading strategic initiatives, focusing on cutting-edge online safety campaigns. Driving business development efforts and nurture client relationships. Partnering with our Chief Practice Officer and Practice Manager to drive excellence. Taking charge of project management with proactive, solution-oriented approaches. Proactively managing and executing on projects and tasks while being highly responsive to practice requests.
Qualifications
Education: JD or Graduate degree in relevant field (e.g., business administration, psychology, or organizational development). Experience: 5-7 years' big law practice experience or 7+ years in practice management, professional development, and/or firm management. Skills and Abilities: A deep understanding of, and experience with, the pressures of practicing law at the highest levels, the dynamics and business models of large law firms, and the motivations and concerns of elite lawyers. Strong financial, analytical, and project management skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), with strong influencing capabilities. Ability to gain credibility and trust of associates, partners, and firm leadership. Effective problem-solving skills in varied situations. Commitment to inclusive approaches and team cohesion. Creative problem-solving abilities. Sound judgment and adherence to high process standards. Ability to multitask, work independently, and perform under pressure. Integrity, maturity, kindness, and fairness in all interactions, including safeguarding confidential information. Understanding of large law firm dynamics and motivations of elite lawyers. Commitment to excellence.
Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more about our... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.