AI-Driven Innovation Lawyer for M&A & Private Equity

Reed Smith LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 210,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Reed Smith LLP is seeking an Innovation Lawyer focused on M&A and private equity to advance AI-enabled solutions across the deal lifecycle. You will partner with deal teams to identify high-impact technology opportunities and translate complex practice needs into scalable workflows, playbooks, and training programs.

This role requires substantial M&A/PE experience, strong legal acumen, and a commitment to responsible AI adoption and knowledge management within a leading law firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school or equivalent law degree (non-U.S.).
• Minimum 7+ years M&A or private equity experience, including diligence and deal docs.
• Experience designing and implementing practice workflows and AI-enabled solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with M&A and private equity attorneys to identify AI-enabled applications.
• Design, promote, and scale AI-driven workflows across the deal lifecycle.
• Capture expertise from senior lawyers to inform AI tools and playbooks.
• Lead pilots of AI solutions and support adoption across the firm.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Leadership

Judgment

Organization

Strategic Thinking

Influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

AI-enabled legal tech

Job description

Reed Smith LLP is seeking an Innovation Lawyer focused on M&A and private equity to advance AI-enabled solutions across the deal lifecycle. You will partner with deal teams to identify high-impact technology opportunities and translate complex practice needs into scalable workflows, playbooks, and training programs.

This role requires substantial M&A/PE experience, strong legal acumen, and a commitment to responsible AI adoption and knowledge management within a leading law firm.