Project Manager

Aderant; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aderant seeks a Project Manager to oversee multiple small to mid-size software projects for legal industry clients. The role requires coordinating with staff and stakeholders across firms, with a focus on successful ERP and software implementations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years leading complex software projects, strong client-facing skills, and experience with MS Project and PSA tools. This is a full-time, on-site position likely based in Atlanta, GA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2-4 years leading complex software implementations for the full project lifecycle.
• Proven track record of successful software project implementations.
• Experience managing project teams and client-facing interactions.
• Experience using project management tools such as MS Project and PSA tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of the project.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables.
• Define tasks and resource requirements.
• Develop project plans and coordinate staff.
• Manage project budget and resources.
• Plan and schedule timelines.
• Track deliverables using CRM and PSA tools daily.
• Provide direction and support to the project team.
• Monitor and report progress to stakeholders.
• Present reports on project progress, problems and solutions.
• Manage changes and interventions to achieve goals.
• Evaluate projects and assess results.

Skills

Global accounting experience

ERP systems implementation

Client facing

Software project lifecycle

Project team management

MS Project

PSA tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Professional Services Automation (PSA) tools

Job description

Aderant is a global industry leading software company providing comprehensive business management solutions for law firms and other professional services organizations with a mission to help them run a better business. We are motivated by a collective desire to drive the legal industry to the forefront of innovation. With over 2,500 clients around the world, including 95 of the top AmLaw 100 firms, we are changing the outside perception of the legal sphere; where there was once resistance to modernization, we are creating a culture that embraces new ideas and technology.

At Aderant, the “A” is more than just a letter. It is a representation of how we fulfill our foundational purpose, serving our clients. It embodies our core values and reminds us that to achieve success, every day must start with the “A”. We bring the “A” to life by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We encourage our diverse teams to bring their whole selves to work – ideas, experience, and passion – to drive our mission forward.

Our people are our strength.

Aderant isseeking a Project Manager.

Aderant is a global industry leading software company providing comprehensive business management solutions for law firms and other professional services organizations with a mission to help them run a better business. We are motivated by a collective desire to drive the legal industry to the forefront of innovation. With over 2,500 clients around the world, including 95 of the top AmLaw 100 firms, we are changing the outside perception of the legal sphere; where there was once resistance to modernization, we are creating a culture that embraces new ideas and technology.

At Aderant, the “A” is more than just a letter.It is a representation of how we fulfill our foundational purpose, serving our clients. It embodies our core values and reminds us that to achieve success, every day must start with the “A”. We bring the “A” to life by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We encourage our diverse teams to bring their whole selves to work – ideas, experience, and passion – to drive our mission forward. Our people are our strength.

Role Description:

The Project Manager’s primary responsibility is to manage multiple small to mid-size projects simultaneously and coordinate with all levels of staff and stakeholders across firms who will benefit from our comprehensive solutions.This is an excellent opportunity to work for a cutting edge, global, and legal software company. If you have a background in one of the following, we would love to speak with you.

• Experience in Global accounting

• Implementation or working experience with ERP systems

• Law firm practical experience including client facing, support, and administrative

• A proven track record of successful project implementation in a software environment

• Experience leading complex software implementations for the full project life cycle

Responsibilities:

• Leading the planning and implementation of the project

• Facilitating the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables

• Defining project tasks and resource requirements

• Developing project plans

• Assembling and coordinating project staff

• Managing project budget

• Managing project resource allocation

• Planning and scheduling project timelines

• Tracking project deliverables using the appropriate CRM and Professional Services Automation toolson a daily basis

• Providing direction and support to the project team

• Monitoring and reporting on progress of the project to all stakeholders

• Presenting reports defining project progress, problems, and solutions

• Implementing and managing project changes and interventions to achieve project goals

• Evaluating projects and assessing results

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 2-4years experienceleading complex software implementations for the full project life cycle

• A proven track record of successful project implementation in a software environment

• Project Team management experience

• Excellent client facing skills

• Experience using project management tools such as MS Project and Professional Services Automation tools