Senior Project Manager - Operations

Wilshire Law Firm; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects within their Operations department. This role involves organizing, managing, and planning projects while collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and integrity. You will have the opportunity to influence project outcomes, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and advancement, making it an exciting place to further your career. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Opportunities for growth

Team outings

Employee referral bonus

Firm-paid Medical HMO

Firm-paid Life insurance

Low-cost Dental plans

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a Project Manager role.
• Proven track record managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead an interdepartmental team to complete assigned projects on time.
• Conduct cost analysis and prepare project budgets.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company standards.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Operations

Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As our Sr. Project Manager in our Operations department, you will have the opportunity to organize, manage, and plan complex projects for the organization’s research, development, and project implementation efforts. This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

Accountable for

• Lead an interdepartmental team to complete an assigned project on time, to specifications, and in the most cost-effective method.
• Outline tasks involved in the project and delegate accordingly.
• Conduct cost analysis and estimate expected costs for the project.
• Prepare and implement a budget based on estimates.
• Conduct risk assessments; report identified risks to management; provide recommendations for mitigation of risk (including termination of the project if appropriate).
• Delegate work and assignments to team members based on expertise, work experience, and time constraints.
• Total ownership of assigned projects from commencement to completion including addressing questions, concerns, and/or complaints throughout the project.
• Act as a liaison between senior leadership, mid-level management, and overall staff.
• Communicate and collaborate with teams firmwide to provide training and information required to roll out new policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Must be willing to travel up to 15% of the time.
• Bring a team-oriented and positive attitude to our Los Angeles office.

Qualifications

• At least seven years in a Project Manager role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory, leadership and teamwork related skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed.
• Proven track record managing multiple projects and meeting various deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, including Microsoft Project.
• Solid relationship building skills.
• PMP Certification a plus.

Compensation

• $135,000 - $175,000 depending on experience

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team outings and sponsored events
• Employee referral bonus programs
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance

Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.

Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.

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