Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · 1 day ago
Manager, Legal Data, Technology & Compliance
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$250K/yr - $275K/yr
3+ years expDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm known for its exceptional legal services. They are seeking a qualified attorney to join their Knowledge and Innovation team as a Manager, focusing on legal data, technology, compliance, and process improvement while collaborating with various teams to enhance the firm's strategic initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between Knowledge & Innovation attorneys, practice groups, and other departments to identify, collect, and categorize key practice group data
Coordinate with accounting, business services, and other relevant departments to track down and reconcile cross-functional data sets
Work with data architects and database administrators to ensure legal and business requirements are reflected in data management processes
Support the design and implementation of firmwide initiatives to leverage practice group data for strategic projects, including:
Coordinating with practice groups to establish efficient processes for maintaining accurate and actionable data
Monitoring progress and performance of data initiatives and proactively identifying areas for improvement or future opportunity
Overseeing the implementation of new knowledge and data systems, ensuring they align with both legal workflows and firm objectives; and
Acting as a point of contact for ongoing queries and support related to practice group data management
Review and advise on outside counsel guidelines, with an emphasis on issues related to AI, technology, and innovation
Collaborate with the Vendor Management Office (VMO) to review and negotiate firm contracts for both general and K&I-specific engagements, focusing on AI/technology risk and compliance
Oversee and assist with contract negotiation and vendor selection, ensuring alignment with firm policies and risk standards
Respond to client questionnaires regarding the firm’s use of AI and technology, coordinating with IT, security, and practice groups for accurate disclosures
Review vendor security responses, particularly those related to AI and technology, in partnership with information security
Lead and contribute to multi-disciplinary projects focused on the effective use of data, AI, and technology within the firm
Facilitate knowledge-sharing and best practices across practice groups and administrative teams
Maintain awareness of emerging trends in legal technology, AI, and data management; proactively identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
Promote a culture of learning and adaptability with respect to technology and process change
Qualification
Required
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Highly developed analytical and critical thinking capabilities
Comfort engaging with complex, non-routine problems that lack established playbooks
Ability to translate complex project requirements into actionable steps
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work directly with legal and business services stakeholders with little or no supervision
Ability to manage competing deadlines and know when to escalate issues or decisions
Familiarity with outside counsel guidelines, vendor management, or law firm risk/compliance practices
Interest in legal technology, AI, and data management
Understanding of, or willingness to learn, information governance and security practices related to technology vendors and client requirements
Understanding of, or willingness to learn, best practices for data management
Juris Doctor (JD) or foreign equivalent required
Minimum of 3 years' experience practicing as an attorney in a law firm environment
Demonstrated experience with contract negotiation and/or interpretation
Preferred
Experience working in a law firm knowledge management, innovation, or risk/compliance function
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Company
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board.
1001-5000 employees
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