What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Project Manager - Legal Technology position at eSentio?
eSentio provides technology consulting to some of the largest and most technically advanced law firms and legal organizations in the country, and across the UK. We work on highly complex projects, and have a core goal of exceeding their expectations in service, integrity, value, and expertise. Our teams of consultants are among the most experienced thought leaders in their fields, and we’re continuing to build this team of experts.
We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager who will report to the Director, Professional Services, and be responsible for planning and coordinating all activities on client-facing projects, including creating project plans, monitoring project status, facilitating project meetings, managing risk, controlling scope, ensuring the quality of project deliverables and adhering to the project budget. This role is a telecommute role and can be based anywhere in the United States or Canada.
Every member of the eSentio team is a professional, and is expected to proactively manage their own work outcomes and quality, while collaborating across the organization.
At eSentio You'll...
- Adhere to and advance our project management best practices in all areas – estimation, startup, execution, and closeout
- Consult clients on the creation and maintenance of a Project Management Office (PMO) when appropriate
- Interact with clients to understand their business and to anticipate IT solutions based on business and technical knowledge. Manage (educate and influence) the business project sponsor
- Review project team deliverables to ensure quality (design walk-through, test results, etc.) and adherence to standards/ regulatory requirements
- Develop and maintain project plans, budget and status updates, resource assignments, etc., following existing eSentio project management best practices methodologies
- Provide direct supervision and mentoring of project team members during the project. Provide project performance feedback to the team member's supervisor/manager
- Work closely with Directors and key managers to ensure effective coordination and integration of related consulting and technical services
- Participate in the research, analysis, selection, and implementation of new tools, technologies and/or services
We Need You To Have...
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
- 5 years of experience working for an Am Law 200 firm or consulting in the legal vertical is required
- 5 years of experience as a project manager, overseeing complex, large-scale implementations and product rollouts
- Experience establishing or participating in the establishment of a PMO is a big plus
- Experience with managing multiple projects in parallel with excellent attention to detail, and client communication
- Expertise in Microsoft Project
- Alternative PM tools experience is desirable
- Previous experience as technical or business consultant is a plus
- PMP certification preferred
- ITIL certification preferred
- Six Sigma certification preferred
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills as well as presentation experience
- Track record of speaking and writing on law firm project management issues, including speaking at conferences
Some of the cool things include…
- We’re a remote-forward company, and this position can be located in or near any major city in the US.
- We provide a competitive compensation plan with a generous bonus program, and a valuable benefits offering
- Regular team informational and celebration check-ins, and semi-annual in person events
- An awesome group of smart and determined coworkers, including an industry expert, female CEO
If you believe you have the unique and exceptional skills, professionalism, and determination to excel in this role, we’re eager to meet you!
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