AI Knowledge & Innovation Lead (Legal Tech)

Buchanan; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan is seeking a Knowledge Management & Innovation Manager to accelerate the firm’s AI adoption across its legal practice. You will work directly with attorneys to translate workflows into scalable AI solutions and drive practical, governance-backed use of AI across departments.

The role emphasizes hands-on AI experience, cross‑functional collaboration, and the ability to present to partners while shaping change in a high‑visibility environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a law firm or legal tech setting.
• Hands-on experience implementing AI in legal workflows.
• Ability to solve problems independently with AI platforms.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Comfort presenting to partners and senior attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys and paralegals to implement AI solutions.
• Develop expertise in AI platforms and apply to legal workflows.
• Establish governance and best practices for AI use.
• Lead communications and training to drive adoption.
• Collaborate with Practice Support, Training, Compliance, and tech teams.

Skills

AI platforms

Legal tech

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Stakeholder management

Job description

Buchanan is seeking a Knowledge Management & Innovation Manager to accelerate the firm’s AI adoption across its legal practice. You will work directly with attorneys to translate workflows into scalable AI solutions and drive practical, governance-backed use of AI across departments.

The role emphasizes hands-on AI experience, cross‑functional collaboration, and the ability to present to partners while shaping change in a high‑visibility environment.