Haynes and Boone, LLP · 6 hours ago
Practice Manager - Intellectual Property
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHaynes and Boone, LLP is one of the largest law firms in Dallas, seeking an experienced Practice Manager – Intellectual Property to enhance financial performance and operational excellence. The role involves collaborating with firm leadership and clients to manage key client relationships, improve profitability, and implement strategic initiatives.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Serves as a strategic partner to Chief Operating Officer (COO) and relationship partner(s) on the financial and operational management of key client relationships
Analyzes matter economics, pricing structures, staffing models, and key metrics (including utilization, realization, leverage, margin, and collections) to improve profitability and client value
Manages client reporting requirements (including calendared deadlines and expectations)
Proactively coordinates client-related research; collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data to provide relevant information and support to COO and relationship partner(s) for informed and strategic decision-making to sustain and grow client relationships
Assists with monthly data reporting to ensure accurate and timely client deliverables; coordinates with different departments to ensure seamless communication and project execution
Supports the COO and relationship partner(s) with the implementation of projects and overall project management of key projects within scope, time, and budget
Develops and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to track organizational progress and prepare status and outcome reports for stakeholders
Assist with the design and implementation of processes and the launch of new tools, technologies, and initiatives to support a profitable client relationship
Participates in client meetings to discuss budgets, performance, scope management, and financial expectations
Supports the Chief Financial Officer and COO in budgeting, forecasting, and margin management of select client matters
Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders for seamless communication, serving as a primary point of contact on behalf of the COO and/or relationship partner(s)
Coordinates with Talent functions and section leadership to proactively identify and support recruitment needs, training opportunities (including Continuing Legal Education and secondments), performance management, and retention needed to sustain growth of client relationships
Proactively identifies risks to profitability and implements corrective strategies
Acts as a trusted business advisor for partners on practice management and pricing strategy
Qualification
Required
At least five years of experience leading, supervising, and managing a team, preferably in a large law firm or professional services environment
Experience working collaboratively to drive strategic initiatives, efficiencies, and daily operations to support successful client relationships and profitability
Strong familiarity with law firm operations, financial data analysis, and workflows
Proven track record of identifying issues, developing recommendations, and implementing solutions
Experience working directly with senior partners and sophisticated clients in high-stakes, professional settings
Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and written skills; comfortable interacting with clients, lawyers, and professionals at all levels of leadership
Sound judgment and a high degree of trustworthiness; professional discretion to handle sensitive client matters
Ability to work independently with multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, and adjusting priorities as needed
Strong analytical and project management skills; advanced proficiency in Excel (database analysis and manipulation) is required
Exceptional data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, attention to detail, and quality of work
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required
Preferred
CPA, MBA, JD, or equivalent
Company
Haynes and Boone, LLP
Haynes and Boone, LLP is an international corporate law firm.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Gustafson
Partner
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