Analyst, Legal Project Management

Paul Hastings, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Paul Hastings, a leading international law firm, seeks an Analyst, Legal Project Management in New York to support LPM policies, analytics, and software management.

The role collaborates with partners and clients to ensure projects are on time and within budget, requiring strong data skills, attention to detail, and experience in law firm settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, 3+ years in a law firm or similar.
• Familiarity with legal pricing and non-hourly models.
• Strong analytics and data management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support LPM policies, procedures and analytics.
• Assist lawyers and staff in applying LPM best practices.
• Manage LPM software and tools across practice groups.
• Develop budgets and timelines for projects.
• Identify process improvements and dashboard templates.
• Create data visualizations and reporting templates.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Leverage analytics to measure financial impact of engagements.
• Maintain data integrity and confidentiality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

BI tools

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Statistical concepts

Project management

Learning new programs

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

LPM software

Pricing software

Financial management software

Excel

Job description

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

Job Title

Analyst, Legal Project Management

Location

New York

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

We have an opening for an Analyst, Legal Project Management.

The Analyst, Legal Project Management is responsible for supporting the firm's legal project management (LPM) function. This includes helping to implement LPM policies and procedures, and managing the firm's LPM software and tools. The Analyst works closely with partners and clients to ensure that legal projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest possible standards.

Candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, a background in project management, and legal experience. They should also be familiar with the unique challenges and opportunities of working in a law firm environment.

Job Description

• Work with the LPM team that offers best in class LPM support in an AMLaw 50 firm;
• Support the firm's LPM strategy by leveraging and developing analytics and technology solutions;
• Assist firm lawyers and staff in implementing LPM best practices;
• Manage/Implement the firm's LPM software and tools;
• Support the firm's LPM process for assigned practice groups;
• Work with the Legal Project Management team to develop and manage project budgets and timelines;
• Identify and implement process improvements;
• Help create tracking and reporting templates for scheduled reports and ad hoc needs; and
• Create and update data and dashboard solutions, with emphasis on visualizations.

Proficiencies

• Superior level of attention to detail – ensures the integrity/accuracy of the data;
• Strong analytical and technical skills with experience working with large data sets;
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerBI and/or other business intelligence tools;
• Strong financial analysis skills, including the ability to prepare concise reports to assist firm management in assessing the effectiveness and financial impact of managed engagements;
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys and firm professional staff at all levels;
• Ability to work independently and be proactive;
• Ability to apply mathematical and basic statistical concepts, including fractions, percentages, and ratios, to large volumes of data to reach meaningful conclusions;
• Superior organizational skills, including the ability prioritize workload, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and ability to be flexible and adapt to change;
• Ability to learn, leverage and use additional programs, including LPM, Pricing, budgeting and financial management software. Working knowledge of legal services financial and billing systems preferred; and
• Ability to protect and maintain confidential and sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree desired:
• 3+ years related experience, in a law firm, in-house law department or other relevant office environment; and
• Familiarity with pricing of legal services, including a strong working knowledge of non-hourly pricing models (alternative fee arrangements).

The salary wage range for New York that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $91,000 and a maximum of $115,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity. We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion. Learn more about our Global Inclusion initiatives here: Global Inclusion

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance.