SBU Operations & Strategy Leader (Legal)

Husch Blackwell LLP; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP in Minneapolis seeks an experienced SBU Operations Manager to lead the Financial Services & Capital Markets group. You will partner with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives, manage projects, and align operations with firm goals.

The role emphasizes process improvements, budgeting, and reporting, with collaboration across Finance, People, and Business Development. A law‑firm background and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in legal operations, practice management, or professional services leadership.
• Strong understanding of law firm economics and attorney workflows.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Managing Director to execute the SBU strategy.
• Manage strategic projects and drive key results.
• Monitor industry trends and AI impact on legal services.
• Support cross-functional initiatives for SBU effectiveness.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Serve as liaison between SBU and firm-wide operations.
• Prepare regular reports for leadership.
• Support business development and client relationships.

Skills

Legal operations

Practice management

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Legal tech platforms

Data analytics tools

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP in Minneapolis seeks an experienced SBU Operations Manager to lead the Financial Services & Capital Markets group. You will partner with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives, manage projects, and align operations with firm goals.

The role emphasizes process improvements, budgeting, and reporting, with collaboration across Finance, People, and Business Development. A law‑firm background and strong leadership are essential.