Practice Group Manager

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 137,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance + HSA

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

401K

Vacation

Sick time

Employee assistance program

Commuter programs

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Washington, D.C. seeks a Practice Group Manager for the Government Law & Policy team to lead strategic, operational, and client service activities in the DC office.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, at least seven years in a management position in professional services, strong financial, people, and project management skills, and comfort with AI tools. Regular in-office presence is expected to support meetings, staffing, billing, and business development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, organization development, or related field.
• Seven+ years of management/leadership experience in a professional services setting.
• Experience with budgeting, finance, and client management.
• Federal government experience is a plus.
• Experience using firm-approved AI tools to support work and ensure accountability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department leadership to align resources with practice goals.
• Streamline administrative processes and supply concise information for decision-making.
• Plan and lead practice group meetings, prepare agendas and follow-up items.
• Oversee billing, revenue functions, and workload distribution.
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, and retention efforts with Talent Services.
• Coordinate with Marketing on pitches and RFP responses.
• Manage internship and Legislative Assistant program administration.
• Support training via Professional Development and collaborate on firm initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Staffing & recruiting

Relationship building

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Organization Development, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

AI tools (Copilot/ChatGPT)

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.Join our Government Law & Policy team as a Practice Group Manager.We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.This role will be based in our Washington, D.C. office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building.Position Summary:The Practice Group Manager is responsible for leading and managing the strategic, operational, and client service activities of the Government Law & Policy practice group in the Washington, D.C. office. This role supports practice group development by identifying talent and staffing opportunities that strengthen the team and support strategic goals. The Practice Group Manager provides departmental leadership and support to ensure outstanding service delivery, effective billing practices, strong team performance, and alignment with the firm’s overall objectives.Key Responsibilities:Collaborates with department leadership to understand the Shareholders’ practice and the resources needed to support sound business practicesStreamlines administrative processes by proactively anticipating department leadership needs and delivering concise, accurate information to support informed decision-makingPlans and at times facilitates practice group meetings and strategic discussions; prepare agendas, materials, and follow-up action itemsPartners with Revenue Management to manage the department billing and revenue functionsPartners with Talent Services and Talent Acquisition on recruiting, onboarding and retention effortsCollaborates with Professional Development to deliver tailored training programsWorks with the global Marketing team to help implement the marketing and business development initiatives; supports pitches and RFP responses as neededManages workload distribution and staffing, and productivity to proactively identify workflow challenges, capacity issues, and resource needsManages administrative duties including calendar coordination and identifying/suggesting client meetings and connectionsAdministers monthly billing allocation activities, ensuring timely completion, accuracy, and appropriate stakeholder involvement.Coordinates the semi-annual lobbying report review process to ensure required reports are reviewed, validated, and submitted in accordance with established requirements.Oversees the internship and Legislative Assistant program administrationAssists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assignedQualifications:Skills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentationDemonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use good judgment and be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger contextAbility to establish and maintain productive working relationships with all levels of staff, including attorneys, peers, and other departmentsAbility to apply financial information in a dynamic business environment to not only keep fundamentals strong, but to influence positive changeDemonstrate flexibility and ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demandsAbility to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretionEducation & Prior ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Business, Organization Development, or related field requiredMinimum of seven years of experience in a management or leadership position in a professional services organizationStrong business, accounting, finance, and client management experienceTechnologyProficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and OutlookExceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quicklyExperience working in the federal government or with government offices is a plusExperience using firm-approved AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms) to support professional and managerial work, applying judgment to validate outputs and maintain accountability for final deliverables.Models and promotes responsible AI use, including the adoption of emerging AI technologies, emphasizing privacy, confidentiality, and appropriate human oversight.Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move from workstation or desk throughout the work area to work independently or with a team to meet with colleagues or supervisors and retrieve work assignmentsThis position may also be sedentary and require the employee to sit for extended periods of timeRequires manual dexterity to dial a telephone, enter data into a computer, handle objects and operate toolsThe expected pay range for this position is:$136,996 - $158,107 per year Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.