LHH · 9 hours ago
Legal Manager
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$160K/yr - $240K/yr
3+ years expLHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting a full-service law firm in finding an experienced Finance & Transactions Practice Group Manager to oversee the operational, strategic, and talent-related functions of a high-volume finance transactions team. This role partners closely with firm leadership and lawyers at all levels to ensure effective workflow management and strong client service delivery.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Holly A. Hilderhoff
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations and coordinate long-term initiatives with practice leadership
Oversee attorney staffing, matter allocation, and workload balance across offices
Manage recurring planning processes, including meeting agendas, follow-up tracking, and performance reporting
Guide attorney and paralegal development programs, including evaluations, individual development planning, recruiting coordination, and coaching support
Partner with Professional Development to design and deliver group-specific training, CLE content, and skill-building programs
Support business development by contributing to rankings materials, proposals, RFP responses, events, and client presentations
Improve processes related to matter management, billing practices, and overall workflow efficiency
Contribute subject-matter expertise on finance transactions to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across group deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, legal studies, or related discipline. A JD is a plus
Recent and tenured hands-on experience in banking and finance transactional work
3+ years in practice operations/management within a US law firm, or 7+ years supporting multiple finance attorneys in comparable responsibilities
Prior experience in a large firm or Am Law environment is strongly preferred
Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills, including supporting attorney, paralegal, and administrative teams
Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating finance-related agreements
Strong command of federal and state banking regulations and compliance obligations
Advanced legal research and analytical capabilities
Background supporting due diligence for financial transactions, mergers, and acquisitions
Skilled in negotiation, communication, and managing complex stakeholder interactions
Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment
Experience cultivating strong client relationships and supporting client strategy
Proficiency interpreting intricate financial and transactional documents
Ability to design and implement risk mitigation approaches for financial matters
Collaborative approach with a focus on proactive issue resolution
Experience supporting or representing clients in finance-related legal disputes
Familiarity with preparing regulatory filings and related documentation
Commitment to staying current on regulatory changes and industry developments
Experience training and mentoring junior attorneys and legal support staff
Strong professional judgment, discretion, and adherence to ethical standards
Preferred
Prior experience in a large firm or Am Law environment is strongly preferred
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Voluntary benefits
Wellness and commuter programs
401(k) or deferred compensation plans
Paid sick leave or other applicable paid leave
Holiday pay
Eligibility for performance-based bonuses
Company
LHH
At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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