Employment Practice Innovation Leader

Baker McKenzie; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm seeks a Practice Innovation Lawyer in Houston who will lead strategic innovation initiatives using cutting-edge technology. The role involves partnering with the Employment Practice Group to design solutions that enhance client value. Candidates must be qualified lawyers with experience in Employment law and a passion for legal tech innovation. Excellent project management and communication skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of legal practice in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with strong experience in private practice or in‑house legal teams in Employment.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in legal innovation or tech.
• Hands‑on experience designing, testing, or implementing legal AI workflows.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Employment Practice Group for strategic innovation.
• Design solutions combining people, process, data, and technology.
• Champion adoption of AI and legal tech tools for enhanced client service.

Skills

Legal innovation

Project management

Client communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Process improvement

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer

Experience in Employment law

Tools

Generative AI tools

Job description

A prominent law firm seeks a Practice Innovation Lawyer in Houston who will lead strategic innovation initiatives using cutting-edge technology. The role involves partnering with the Employment Practice Group to design solutions that enhance client value. Candidates must be qualified lawyers with experience in Employment law and a passion for legal tech innovation. Excellent project management and communication skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of legal practice in a collaborative environment.