Assistant IP Practice Manager

Alston & Bird • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Assistant IP Practice Manager supports the operational management of a dynamic, multi-office Intellectual Property practice. This role partners closely with practice leadership to execute strategic initiatives, improve workflows, and enhance service delivery. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to process improvement, training, and technology advancement within a fast-paced legal environment.

Requirements

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and execution
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work across all levels of the organization
• High attention to detail and ability to manage complex operational workflows
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret metrics and support data-driven decision-making
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational tools
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment and support change management initiatives

Nice To Haves

• IP experience preferred
• Experience supporting process improvement, workflow optimization, or technology implementation initiatives preferred

Responsibilities

• Support execution of practice-wide priorities, including process improvements and operational initiatives
• Assist in the implementation of training programs and onboarding processes
• Coordinate technology initiatives in partnership with practice leadership and IT
• Maintain and organize centralized resources, including templates, playbooks, and best practices
• Track and monitor key operational metrics and support reporting efforts
• Facilitate communication and coordination across offices and stakeholder groups
• Assist with workflow management, scheduling, and administrative coordination of practice activities
• Support consistency in operational processes and service delivery standards firmwide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level