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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP · 2 months ago

AI Innovation Strategy Associate Director

1285 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10019-6064

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Paul Weiss is a leading international law firm, renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and client service. The Associate Director of AI Innovation Strategy will shape and execute the firm's AI strategy, driving product exploration and enhancing AI literacy to elevate client service.

Law Practice

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operate in a highly agile environment, shaping a dynamic AI strategy that responds to evolving firm, client and industry needs and opportunities

Promote best practices for the firm’s AI strategy and serve as a trusted thought partner to the K&I department and the firm as a whole.Ensure that ethical parameters and robust data governance, privacy, cybersecurity and client considerations are integrated “by design” into all AI technology-related initiatives

Continuously explore and oversee implementation of key AI legal technologies. Refine measurement frameworks and value metrics to enhance operational efficiency and client service

Drive the design and implementation of dynamic AI training initiatives across the firm. Collaborate with legal practice groups, attorneys, Professional Development, and other colleagues to develop tailored trainings that enhance AI literacy, foster innovative thinking, and drive transformational AI adoption

Manage the day-to-day operations of the AI Innovation Strategy Team, ensuring alignment with departmental goals of continuous learning, innovation, and elevated client service

Foster strategic and collaborative relationships across the firm to ensure responsible and seamless integration of AI technology into legal practice

Identify emerging AI trends across technology and the implications for the legal industry. Connect with thought leaders, attend panel discussions, and network with peers to foster and shape diverse perspectives, regulatory trends, and best practices for the future

Qualification

AI strategyGenerative AI technologiesData analyticsPrivacy lawsCybersecurity lawsLeadership skillsProactive mindsetSolutions-orientedJudgmentInnovative solutionsCertifications in AIJ.D. degreeTeam playerCross-functional collaboration

Required

Demonstrated 'client-first' mindset and a history of delivering innovative solutions that achieve exceptional outcomes and exceed client expectations

Excellent judgment and proven ability to drive strategic and ethical decision-making in the 'grey areas' and in the face of ambiguity, especially within complex legal environments or other matrixed organizations

Excellent leadership skills with the ability to build and lead high-performing teams

Great team player who is naturally curious

Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, high level of personal energy and a commitment and willingness to roll up sleeves and jump in

At least a strong familiarity with privacy, cybersecurity, IP and antitrust laws and considerations relevant to AI

Strong understanding of generative AI technologies, machine learning, and data analytics, with a focus on practical applications

Bachelor's Degree and J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

At least 8-10 years of experience in a legal, innovation, strategy consulting or legal technology role, preferably within a law firm or a regulated environment

At least 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney strongly preferred

At least 4 years of experience managing a team in cross-functional collaborations

Preferred

Certifications in AI, computer science and/or cognitive science a plus

Company

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is a premier firm of more than 1,000 lawyers with diverse backgrounds, personalities, ideas and interests who provide innovative and effective solutions to our clients’ most complex legal and business challenges.

Founded in 1875

New York, NY, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.paulweiss.com

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