Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Practice Manager will serve as practice management lead and oversee certain processes of the Business Law Legal Specialty Groups (Specialty Groups) and certain Legal Practice Areas (LPAs) that are critical business priorities. The position works under the direction of the Chief Practice Officer – Business Law Department (CPO) and works closely with partners, leaders, and administrative team members to ensure timely and effective execution on processes and systems that support the strategic direction of the Specialty Groups or LPAs. This role will require a versatile, self-directed team player who will work closely with diverse groups that may evolve over time. An interest and ability to thrive and perform at a high level in a dynamic environment with multiple constituencies is needed to succeed in this role.

What You Will Do:

Overall Practice Management Operations: Work with the CPO, Specialty Group leaders, LPA leaders, and practice management team to manage operational and strategic aspects of the practice, including internal organization, meetings, information and data management, executing on deliverables in connection with firm processes, and other initiatives as requested by the CPO. Identify Specialty Group and LPA needs and opportunities, and work to advance relevant initiatives.
Talent Management: Based upon a solid understanding of the talent management goals of the Specialty Group, LPAs, Offices, and each individual attorney, work with attorney development committees and interact with partners and administrators on various talent management initiatives, including Specialty Group and LPA efforts related to recruitment, diversity and inclusion, and professional development and training. Understand the broader firm tools, process, and strategy to ensure proper execution on Specialty Group and LPA initiatives.
Business Intelligence: Produce reporting and analytics to build business intelligence that informs Business Unit and Group leadership on trends related to overall practice management, including talent management, financial performance, and knowledge management. Collaborate with the CPO and other members of the GO Team to identify actionable issues and plans arising out of metrics analysis and execute on related efforts to support and advance initiatives.

Who You Are:

5 to 7 years’ experience in Practice Management/Operations in a large law firm.
J.D. and experience as an attorney, in a large law firm preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to develop and forge positive and collaborative working relationships.
Demonstrate sound judgment and to respect, protect, and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.
Prior experience in managing projects and tasks including demonstrating delegation and organizational skills.
Work independently, be proactive, and take initiative.
Effective creative problem solving and people management skills.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks

Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Please note: Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees. The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers. EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

This position is eligible for overtime: No