Practice Manager - New York, NY, United States - Business Services Opportunities

Description

Fried Frank is expanding its Practice Group Management team and seeking talented professionals who will play a key role in the continued growth of the Firm's global, M&A/Private Equity.

Working closely with the Practice Group Head(s) (PGHs) and partners of their assigned practice group(s), The Practice Manager will build trust and credibility with each group member, supporting a high-performing and cohesive team across all offices.

As a member of the Corporate Practice Group Management team, the position will serve as the primary liaisons to other practice groups and to the Firm's business services functions on behalf of the PGH and practice group.

Includes support for the Environmental, Intellectual Property & Technology, and NDA specialist teams who are considered part of the broader M&A/PE practice group.

Business Planning
~ Assists in preparing the annual practice group business plan, managing implementation, monitoring progress and suggesting proactive measures to achieve priorities. Manages strategic initiatives and other projects, including collaborating with Business Development/Marketing to ensure alignment of resources.

Manages work assignment policies, procedures and systems, including work assignment tracking, time-entry compliance, vacation requests/approvals, etc.
Manages all aspects of the review process, including drafting year-end, interim and ad hoc review messages.
Addresses and monitors performance issues. Identifies training needs and develops substantive programs. Manages all aspects of the group's practice-specific training programs, including coordinating CLE requirements with Professional Development.
Tracks the group's pipeline for promotion. Coordinates with Recruiting team regarding entry-level and lateral hiring needs.
Coordinates onboarding and integration of entry-level and lateral attorneys into the group.

Supports the integration of lateral partners, including helping to prepare integration plans and facilitating connections within the group and across the Firm.

Administration, Operations and Financial Management

Organizes, helps set agenda for and supports Partner meetings; Supervises all practice group meeting and training logistics with legal executive assistants and Coordinator.

Monitors group financials and helps to address issues and opportunities. Requests or runs reports and analyzes data to inform decision-making. Coordinates with Knowledge Management to support productivity and efficiency through KM projects and practice technology.

Supervises Practice Coordinator, provides administrative support with respect to the group's paralegals, and coordinates with legal executive assistants who provide meeting/training logistical support.

Communications and Team-Building

Proactively identifies opportunities for and coordinates team-building events and activities in collaboration with the Events team and other Firm resources.

Undergraduate degree required. D. or a graduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Well-honed financial, analytical, and project management skills, ability to multitask, and track record of strong, demonstrated leadership. An inclusive approach, with the flexibility to build consensus and find creative solutions. Ability to work under pressure and shifting priorities. Integrity, maturity, and fairness in dealing with people and confidential information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Familiarity with Sharepoint (or similar), CRM and timekeeping applications and technology a plus.