Legal Project Coordinator - Data-Driven LPM

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (Non-partners); Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Inclusive workplace policy

Job summary

Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a highly organized Legal Project Coordinator based in Newcastle to support delivery of legal projects across the firm. You’ll collaborate with legal teams, business stakeholders and external counsel to ensure on-time, on-scope, and on-budget delivery.

The role focuses on helping Partners and the LPM team manage matters, with training provided and a clear reporting line to the EMAEA Head of Legal Project Management. A proactive, data-driven approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Law, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
• Project management certification is desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience in a legal or project coordination role is preferred.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools (MS Project, SharePoint, Power BI).
• Advanced MS Excel skills advantageous.
• Familiarity with legal technology platforms (e.g. HighQ) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of legal projects across core practice groups.
• Coordinate project timelines, resources, and deliverables using project management tools and methodologies.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and escalate issues to project leads as needed.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting agendas, and action logs.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
• Assist the LPM and Legal Transformation Programme teams in implementing relevant legal technologies.
• Assist in developing and implementing legal operations processes and best practices.
• Support budget tracking, resource allocation, and third-party management for legal projects.
• Analyse and manipulate data sets using bespoke software, Excel, and Power BI for stakeholder insights.
• Contribute to post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with other special projects as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organisational skills

Legal sector experience

Education

Law/Business/PM degree

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

Power BI

HighQ familiarity

Job description

Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a highly organized Legal Project Coordinator based in Newcastle to support delivery of legal projects across the firm. You’ll collaborate with legal teams, business stakeholders and external counsel to ensure on-time, on-scope, and on-budget delivery.

The role focuses on helping Partners and the LPM team manage matters, with training provided and a clear reporting line to the EMAEA Head of Legal Project Management. A proactive, data-driven approach is essential.