Senior Legal Project Manager

Ashurst Perkins Coie

. Lead complex legal project management initiatives and matter portfolios.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $151,120 - $322,710 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Legal Project Management, focusing on project governance, stakeholder management, and resource planning to drive operational efficiency and client value. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor colleagues while delivering successful outcomes in complex legal environments.

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Legal Project ManagementProject GovernanceStakeholder ManagementFinancial AnalysisCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Project Lifecycle ManagementBudgetingForecastingProfitability AnalysisData AnalysisFinancial Modeling

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationInfluencingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelSQLSmartsheetMicrosoft ProjectSharePointMicrosoft Visio

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPJ.D.MBA

Industry Keywords

Legal ServicesProfessional ServicesResource AllocationRisk ManagementOperational Efficiency

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex legal project management initiatives and matter portfolios.
Provide strategic oversight for project planning, governance, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, and successful delivery of high-profile clients and firm engagements.
Serve as a trusted advisor to attorneys, clients, and business professionals.
Drive stakeholder alignment and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
Develop innovative solutions to enhance the efficiency, quality, and profitability of legal service delivery.
Advance Legal Project Management excellence through leadership, mentorship, and continuous improvement.
Conduct financial analysis and process optimization.
Support technology implementation and training.
Develop scalable methodologies, workflows, and best practices.
Establish appropriate governance, align stakeholders, resolve complex delivery challenges, and provide senior escalation support.

Requirements

What you’ll need

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
At least five years leading complex, high-visibility projects and matter portfolios within a law firm or professional services environment.
Expertise in project governance, stakeholder management, resource planning, risk mitigation, and end-to-end project lifecycle management.
Advanced business, financial, and technical acumen.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, pricing, profitability analysis, financial reporting, matter management, and legal project management technologies.
Ability to evaluate and implement innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency, scalability, and client value.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, mentor colleagues, facilitate complex decision-making, manage organizational change initiatives, and deliver successful outcomes in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Preferred: Advanced proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling.
Preferred: Expertise in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and reporting tools.
Preferred: Extensive experience with Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and SharePoint.
Preferred: Advanced skills in Microsoft Visio and related technologies.
Preferred: PMP, J.D., and/or MBA credentials.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus
401(k) plan
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Accrued paid time-off plan starting at 20 days annually
Personal medical and parental leave
Up to 10 paid holidays
Family care benefits