Practice Group / Department:Legal Project ManagementJob DescriptionNorton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with a deep commitment to our clients, their businesses and industries and our people. We are a trusted advisor to global and local organizations the world over, offering a broad range of legal services across key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets.With 7,000 people across 50 offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East, we work as one team to solve issues wherever they arise, no matter how complex they are.For more information, see nortonrosefulbright.com.We are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Project Manager to join our growing Banking LPM capability. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience at a leading law firm and be interested in building strong relationships across our Banking team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value banking and finance matters, supporting our lawyers in delivering efficient and effective legal services to our clients. The LPM team works closely with partners, fee earners and other Business Professionals to, amongst other things: provide better support for client engagements; assist with scoping and managing matters and client portfolios; drive efficiencies; and further develop the LPM toolkit. You will be both business and client facing and will play a pivotal role in embedding LPM across our offices in EMEA. As well as being engaged on specific matters and providing internal style consultancy advice across the EMEA business, you will also support the development of the wider LPM team.This role provides a great opportunity to drive change in the delivery of our legal services, work alongside our process and technology experts, and develop new and better ways of working.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage banking and finance legal projects, including due diligence, loan portfolio reviews, transfers/novations, and repaperingDevelop project plans, process maps/workflows, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to meet delivery requirementsMonitor progress against key milestones and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, providing on-going updates to ensure that legal mandates meet Firm standards and client expectationsCollaborate closely with lawyers, clients, and counterparties to drive project executionAct as the primary point of contact for project-related queries and updatesFacilitate effective communication between legal teams, clients, and third-partiesImplement and manage client and matter based internal and external reportingImplement best practices for legal project execution, including risk management, reporting, and quality control Identify areas for process improvement and proactively propose solutionsProactively manage scope and design/deploy scope management plansTrack and monitor project budgets, ensuring financial performance aligns with forecasts and client expectationsDevelop specific client matter project and portfolio documentation and reports, including reviewing and consolidating financial reporting and project metricsSupport pricing and fee structuring to maintain profitability while delivering value to clientsGenerate regular financial reports, including cost analysis, budget variances, and revenue trackingIdentify opportunities for process efficiencies and cost savings across projectsUtilize legal technology tools, including contract management and workflow automation platforms, to streamline processes.Support data analytics, tracking, and reporting to enhance project transparency and efficiency.Liaise with clients, lawyers, pricing and business development professionalsAssist on other special projects as neededSkills and Experience RequiredEducated to a degree levelExpertise working in a similar capacity in a leading law firmProject management, lean, change management or other certification or comparable experience is preferableDemonstrable experience managing banking and finance legal projects, including due diligence, loan portfolio reviews, transfers/novations, and repapering projectsStrong financial acumen with experience in budget tracking, cost management, and financial reportingExcellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environmentStrong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, lawyers, and business professionals.Experience working with technology solutions to support legal project execution. Experience with tools such as Litera Transact, eBrevia, Harvey, and O&D is a plus. Experience with MS Office tools including ExcelSome knowledge of PowerBI, Visio, and SharePointExperience of enterprise reporting systemsAble to learn new applications quicklyManagement of juniors and pastoral skillsAbility to work independently and as a key contributorComfortable working with and leading teams of partners, associates and other legal personnelPersonal PresentationExcellent interpersonal skills and able to build relationships with and influence senior stakeholdersExcellent oral and written communication and presentation skills with strong attention to detailAbility to explain complex financial information to non-finance personnelPositive, committed and prepared to use initiative and learnAbility to take responsibility and to work under pressureAbility to demonstrate interest and concern to meet the needs of internal and external clients#LI-JC1 #LI-HybridDiversity, Equity and InclusionTo attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people’s health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.SummaryLocation: London, United KingdomType:
Legal Project Manager employer: Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional growth. As part of the Global New Business Risk Team in Newcastle upon Tyne, employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development, alongside competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements. The firm's commitment to regulatory excellence and client service ensures that every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of legal risk management.
