Senior AI and Innovation Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

Life and disability insurance

Pre-tax benefits

401(k) with profit sharing

Fertility benefits

Paid time off 20 days

Parental leave 14 weeks

Holidays 11

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Senior AI and Innovation Counsel in Houston, Texas to drive AI integration within legal practice and advocate adoption across the firm. You will collaborate with multiple teams to enhance legal services through technology and deliver high-impact AI initiatives.

The role requires JD with 7+ years in law or KM/Innovation, deep knowledge of legal workflows, and experience with legal tech and project management.

Qualifications

• JD required.
• 7+ years as attorney or KM/Innovation.
• Strong understanding of legal workflows.
• Experience with legal tech and PM.
• Ability to drive change in ambiguity.
• Excellent communication to translate needs.
• Aware of data privacy and responsible AI.

Responsibilities

• Embed within priority practice groups to encourage AI tool adoption.
• Validate AI outputs to meet professional and client standards.
• Translate attorney needs into actionable requirements.
• Integrate AI tools into existing workflows for improved efficiency.
• Develop high-value use cases based on legal practice experience.
• Partner with teams to map matter lifecycles and identify automation opportunities.
• Support rapid prototyping and testing of new workflows.
• Manage and mentor a team of AI and innovation lawyers.
• Build trusted relationships with partners and attorneys.

Skills

Leadership

AI technologies

Legal practice

Project management

Communication

Education

JD

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior AI and Innovation Counsel in Houston, Texas. This role involves integrating AI into legal practice and driving its adoption across the firm. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to enhance legal services through technology.

Responsibilities

• Embed within priority practice groups to encourage AI tool adoption.
• Validate AI outputs to meet professional and client standards.
• Translate attorney needs into actionable requirements.
• Integrate AI tools into existing workflows for improved efficiency.
• Develop high-value use cases based on legal practice experience.
• Partner with teams to map matter lifecycles and identify automation opportunities.
• Support rapid prototyping and testing of new workflows.
• Manage and mentor a team of AI and innovation lawyers.
• Build trusted relationships with partners and attorneys.

Requirements

• JD required.
• Minimum seven years of experience as a practicing attorney or in KM/Innovation.
• Deep understanding of legal workflows and delivery.
• Experience with legal technology and project management.
• Ability to operate in ambiguity and drive organizational change.
• Excellent communication skills for translating requirements into solutions.
• Understanding of data privacy, security, and responsible AI considerations.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

None specified

Skills

• Strong legal practice background.
• Practical understanding of AI technologies.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible.
• Fertility benefits and a minimum of 20 days paid time off.
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave and 11 firm holidays.