Legal Project Manager Job Opportunity
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Legal Project Manager to join our team in Perth, Western Australia. As a key member of our Legal Project Management team, you will work directly with external clients to ensure the appropriate structures and processes are in place for them to make the most of their knowledge resources.
You will consult with and provide specialist advice to legal teams and practice groups across the firm, equipping them with the tools and resources they need to work efficiently and effectively.
Responsibilities:
* Assist in the rollout of an LPM training program to all levels of the firm and some clients, including preparing and delivering content.
* Project manage matters where appropriate or provide specialist advice to lawyers across all legal project management phases.
* Consult with legal teams and practice groups to identify LPM improvements and help embed these improvements in practice.
* Implement technology solutions to support LPM.
* Support practice groups in developing and rolling out LPM and pricing initiatives.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A keen interest in legal project management and process improvement.
* Strong knowledge of legal processes, gained from practising as a lawyer (ideally with litigation experience at senior associate level) or providing high-level corporate services in a mid or top-tier firm.
* Excellent written, verbal, and communication skills.
* An ability to work as part of a team and with people at all levels.
* Exceptional time management skills, the ability to deliver under pressure, and work to tight deadlines.
* A desire to contribute to national LPM group on strategic national projects.
* A law degree or equivalent and experience in legal project management is desired.
* A desire to learn, grow, network, and mentor others.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to support your career development and well-being, including:
* Market-competitive fixed remuneration.
* An incentive plan that recognises individual and team performance.
* Employee recruitment referral program.
* Discounts at hundreds of suppliers, including retail outlets, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding program.
* Financial incentives for referring employees and referrals increasing chances of interviewing by 2x.
* Access to an enhanced inclusive and flexible parental leave policy - 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees.
* Purchase additional annual leave and equipment to support working from home.
* Annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise contributions of employees.
At our organisation, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued and supported in their careers.
About Us:
We are a respected legal services provider, committed to excellence in everything we do. Our culture values unique backgrounds and varying life experiences, fostering greatness through learning and growth opportunities.
We're proud to invest in our communities, making a positive impact through reconciliation, environmental initiatives, and social justice programs.
Apply Now:
If you are passionate about legal project management and believe you have the skills and experience required, please click apply now to submit your application. You can also visit our website to learn more about us and our job opportunities.