AI Enablement Specialist

wsgr; Palo Alto (CA); Remote; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini is seeking an AI Enablement Specialist to advance legal service delivery by evaluating and implementing AI technology, automated workflows, and data-driven tools across practice areas. This role collaborates with practice groups, attorneys, paralegals and technology teams to translate practitioner needs into practical, technology-enabled solutions.

The position can be fully virtual and requires 3+ years of experience with AI and training tools, plus a track record of managing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with AI and training technology tools.
• Experience with technology solutions (document automation, matter management, AI tools, workflows).
• Strong communication skills translating technical concepts for legal professionals.
• Collaborate across functions and influence adoption among legal stakeholders.
• Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of AI-enabled solutions, automated workflows, and data-driven tools.
• Support innovation strategies aligned with needs of legal practice areas.
• Drive evaluation of emerging technologies and provide actionable recommendations.
• Lead pilot programs, PoCs, and testing for usability and impact.
• Coordinate rollout and adoption of technology solutions into existing workflows.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align innovation with organizational priorities.
• Support change management with training and communications to encourage adoption.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and training materials for stakeholders.

Skills

AI experience

Training tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Document automation

Matter management

AI-enabled tools

Workflow platforms

Job description

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.

Wilson Sonsini is looking for an AI Enablement Specialist to join the firm's Innovation team. The AI Enablement Specialist plays a key role in advancing legal service delivery through the evaluation and implementation of AI technology and process improvements across legal practice areas. This position collaborates closely with practice group leadership, attorneys, paralegals and other professionals, technology teams, and external vendors and partners to enhance workflows and improve efficiency. This role requires the ability to translate practitioner needs into practical, technology-enabled solutions. Legal practice experience is preferred.

This position is available as a full virtual opportunity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of AI-enabled solutions, automated workflows, data-driven tools, and support internal operations and legal work
• Support the development and execution of innovation strategies aligned with the needs of legal practice areas. Collaborate with practice groups to assess technology needs and develop tailored innovation strategies
• Leverage experience to drive the evaluation of emerging technologies (legal and non-legal) and provide actionable recommendations on their applicability to attorneys and practice areas
• Lead pilot programs, proof-of-concept initiatives, and testing efforts to assess usability, effectiveness, and impact of new tools
• Coordinate the rollout and adoption of technology solutions, ensuring integration into existing workflows with minimal disruption
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align innovation efforts with broader organizational priorities
• Support change management efforts, including developing and delivering training and communications to encourage adoption of new tools and processes
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce friction, and improve service delivery
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and training materials to communicate Innovation department initiatives and outcomes to stakeholders

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience with AI and training technology tools
• Demonstrated experience working with technology solutions (e.g., document automation, matter management systems, AI-enabled tools, or workflow platforms)
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical guidance for legal professionals
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions and influence adoption of new tools and processes among legal stakeholders
• Experience managing projects or initiatives with multiple stakeholders, including the ability to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment

Education and/or Work Preferred:

• Law firm experience or legal background preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary and Benefits

The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:

• Palo Alto, New York, San Francisco: $102,000 - $138,000 per year.
• Austin, Boston, Boulder, Century City, Delaware, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Seattle, Washington, D.C., and all other locations: $91,800 - $124,200 per year.

The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits information can be found here . Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).