Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney (Labor & Employment)
About The Position
Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a motivated professional for the Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney position. This role drives business transformation and operational efficiency by developing and implementing innovative solutions aligned with the firm’s strategic objectives. The position focuses on optimizing client service delivery, streamlining business processes, and fostering technology adoption within the Labor & Employment Practice Service Center (PSC). The KMI Attorney will act as a liaison between the PSC, the Knowledge Management (KM) team, and firm leadership to address business challenges, facilitate collaboration, and deliver legal technology solutions. This position can be filled remotely or in any of the firm's locations.
Requirements
- J.D. and a 4-year degree in a relevant field required.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney or in KM/innovation within professional services.
- Proven experience with legal technology, project management, and business planning.
- Demonstrated ability to work on cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and innovative mindset.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary KM and Innovation liaison to the Labor & Employment PSC.
- Lead and advise the PSC in identifying opportunities for technology-driven improvements and process optimization.
- Act as a subject matter expert, fostering collaboration between KM, IT, and practice teams to evaluate and implement innovative solutions, including AI tools.
- Identify, assess, and pilot new and existing legal technology tools based on PSC needs.
- Prototype and demonstrate technology solutions, including AI and document automation platforms.
- Capture and relay user feedback to enhance KM solutions and drive continuous improvement.
- Champion technology adoption and positive organizational change, ensuring successful project delivery.
- Support pilots, beta tests, and business development initiatives to promote the firm’s KM program and innovative practices.
- Develop and deliver training, workshops, and support materials to drive user engagement and adoption.
- Vet, plan, and execute KM and innovation projects, ensuring alignment with firm goals and ROI.
- Document, track, and report on project progress in collaboration with the KM Project Management Team.
- Monitor legal technology trends and participate in relevant firm and industry events.
- Develop and refine document automation prototypes, ensuring integration with databases and user-friendly interfaces.
- Implement customization features and feedback mechanisms for continuous tool improvement.
- Conduct live demonstrations, pilot programs, and share success stories to illustrate value and drive adoption of KM developed tools, AI tools, and other legal technology collaborations.
Benefits
- medical and dental coverage
- life insurance
- short-term and long-term disability insurance
- pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
- an employee assistance program
- Paid Time Off
- paid holidays
- participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
