Legal Project Manager

Blue Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Legal Project Manager to enhance their project efficiency in delivering legal services. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in the legal industry and five years in finance, along with relevant educational qualifications. Responsibilities include managing project scope, financial analysis, and communication with stakeholders. This role offers a permanent contract with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the legal industry.
• Minimum of five years in the finance industry.
• Willingness to pursue certification in project management or legal project management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with legal teams to define project scope and goals.
• Develop project plans and communication strategies.
• Manage significant client matters by coordinating resources.
• Analyse financial data and monitor project progress.
• Proactively manage project changes and ensure effective communication.
• Conduct training on project management.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

Undergraduate or MBA degree in finance or management

Job description

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Dependant upon experience
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 9th April 2025

Blue Legal is partnering with a leading law firm who are recruiting for a Legal Project Manager to join their London office. The successful candidate will need to comprehend the firm’s business objectives and assist lawyers in delivering legal services efficiently while providing value to clients.

The Responsibilities

• Collaborate with legal teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables that align with the Firm’s and clients’ business needs.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and management tools, including risk management and communication strategies.
• Manage significant client matters by coordinating resources such as legal professionals, project managers, and technology.
• Analyse financial data to create reports and monitor project progress against budgets, communicating updates to attorneys and clients.
• Proactively manage project changes, risks, and resources while ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Conduct training on project management and partner with various internal teams to enhance efficiency and drive program success.

The Candidate

• 2+ years of experience in the legal industry and a minimum of five years in the finance industry.
• Willingness to pursue certification in project management or legal project management.
• Educational qualifications include an undergraduate or MBA degree in finance, management, or a related field, or a Juris Doctor, or equivalent work experience.