Practice Manager

BakerHostetler Career•Atlanta, GA

15h•$170,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BakerHostetler has an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice management professional to join the firm’s newly established Practice Management department and work creatively to build and implement practice management functions. The Business Practice Manager will serve as an innovative strategic management partner and trusted advisor to the Practice Group Chair and key stakeholders of the Business practice (together, the “Practice Group Leaders” or “PGLs”). The Business Practice Manager will report directly to the firmwide Director of Practice Management and will work closely with Group and Firm leaders to support the attorneys of the Business Group. This hybrid role, located in Atlanta, Cleveland, Houston, New York, or Orlando, will drive operational efficiency and excellence, manage resource allocation, and steer implementation of practice group strategy and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
Experience as a Practice Manager or Equivalent in a law firm environment
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manager or supervisory role, preferably in legal, financial or personnel management
Experience working in or with corporate transactional practices
Deep understanding of law firm economics and dynamics
Deep understanding of current legal market trends, innovations, and best practices
Financial acumen with significant experience in personnel utilization and team management, realization and profitability, rates and statistical analysis, and budget management
Advanced analytical skills: ability to interpret complex information, summarize and present dense data effectively and accurately, and provide actionable recommendations and insights
Excellent organizational and project management skills with a focus on strategic execution and relentless attention to detail
Professionalism, integrity, proactive leadership, and the ability to handle sensitive information with great discretion
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to correspond with all levels of business professionals, attorneys, and Firm leadership
Relationship building and leadership skills
Advanced technology proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Must exhibit a high degree of initiative and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
A demonstrated history of collaboration, working at across teams and departments to ensure alignment with strategic priorities
Flexibility and the ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and competing deadlines
Must be able to travel when needed

Nice To Haves

Degree in management, business, financial, legal or related studies preferred
MBA or JD preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Business Group and firmwide leadership in the development and execution of strategic plans in alignment with practice group and firmwide goals
Preparation, distribution, and presentation of meeting materials and practice group reports; preparation of meeting agendas and talking points, manage calendar of practice group meetings, retreats, and team events
Work allocation management, staffing group leadership, productivity reporting; resource allocation reorganization; associate workflow planning
Group planning and talent inventory management, including analysis, evaluation and recommendations relating to headcount, leverage, and practice expertise
Analyze, summarize, and present regular and ad hoc reports of total practice group performance, individual timekeeper performance, and team utilization metrics
Regular interface and check-ins with associates on workflow planning and path to partnership
Collaborate with PGLs, Performance Development, Recruiting, and firm HR Counsel team on talent management functions including hiring, onboarding, integration, career development, transition planning, and coaching
Collaborate with PGLs and Performance Development on partner-led, practice-specific subject matter training programs
Identify and lead Knowledge Management projects for the Business practice
Collaborate with PGLs and Finance on annual practice group budget planning and tracking
Liaison between the Business Group leaders and firmwide business services departments
Project management of practice group and team innovations, initiatives, and projects