OverviewThe AI & Innovation Project Manager, as part of Orrick Labs and in collaboration with the Chief Innovation Officer, Global Head of Practice Innovation, and Chief Digital Technology & Data Officer, will spearhead the advancement of AI and innovation across the firm. This role involves delivering innovative solutions, enhancing legal service delivery through AI, streamlining workflows, and keeping abreast of market trends. The manager will consult with attorneys and practice groups to champion practice efficiencies and lead the development and implementation of training on new resources and technology. An expert understanding of firm technologies, legal workflows, and a commitment to Orrick's client service standards and core values are paramount.
Responsibilities
- Drive AI and innovation projects, scoping, defining, and managing initiatives that align with strategic goals.
- Serve as the project manager and primary contact for innovation and AI-related endeavors.
- Support innovation efforts to analyze legal technology trends to identify integration opportunities and maintain the firm's competitive edge
- Facilitate collaboration among attorneys, management, and cross-functional teams to promote AI adoption and showcase success stories.
- Develop comprehensive roadmaps for AI integration, outlining short- and long-term visions.
- Consult with practice groups to identify and implement new technologies and improve resource usage and workflows.
- Produce marketing materials, industry submissions, and client-facing presentations.
- Design and conduct training on legal services resources and technology, with a focus on AI and innovation.
- Support broader training on legal services resources and technology, with a focus on AI and innovation.
- Engage proactively across the firm to promote innovation and identify opportunities for technological problem-solving.
Qualifications
Professional Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; four to eight years' experience in the legal environment with direct knowledge of legal service workflows. Or equivalent work experience.
- In-depth understanding of processes, workflows, the AI and technology market.
- Proven ability to solve practical problems, analyze data, develop use cases, and create functional requirements for systems and tools.
- Independent work ethic with excellent judgment, strong analytic, project management, and research skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to present complex ideas effectively.
- Align closely with Orrick's Core Values and be willing to travel as necessary
Compensation and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is:
- New York City, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco $142,000 - $185,000
- Washington DC, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica, Sacramento, Boston, and Seattle $119,000 - $166,500
- All Other US Locations $104,000 - $153,000
Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orricks estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.
We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through ourFlexible Time Off program and paid holidays.
How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
