What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Ogletree Deakins?
Position Summary:
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ogletree Deakins has the opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join the firm’s expanding PMO department. The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for helping to drive the Program Management Office (PMO) by working directly in the implementation and efficient execution of all project-type initiatives at the Firm. The PM will provide portfolio level support of all internal operational projects across the Firm, working with and supporting project sponsors and owners.
Essential Functions:
- Assist teams in defining project scope, goals and deliverables that meet the business needs of the Firm and our clients.
- Develop project plans and create a framework for consistent project execution.
- Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
- Effectively communicate project expectations and status to team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans, as needed.
- Effectively applies PMO methodology and enforces project standard.
- Minimizes exposure and risk on projects.
- Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
- Partner with the Firm’s Directors including but not limited to Accounting, IT, HR, Operations, and Client Service departments.
- Develop and conduct training on project management processes for staff.
- Promote greater transparency, predictability, and accountability for all projects across the firm.
- Send system generated and custom developed reports with analytical observations to program participants
- Develop trainings and tools, and think strategically about ways to further the dissemination of portfolio management as a best practice
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management or in a related area with 4 years of experience in a law firm or professional services organization or in a related area. PMP certification preferred.
- Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Project administration and management experience beneficial. Previous experience in a partnership and professional services environment preferred.
- Proven ability to readily comprehend business objectives and develop and execute appropriate business strategies.
- Excellent communication, organization, multi-tasking and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with Internet and web-based platforms.
- Strong judgment and ability to make well-reasoned independent decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills; strong reporting skills.
- Self-motivated and independent, able to work with a minimum of supervision.
- Comfortable working across multiple cultures and time zones in a matrix organization. Strong interpersonal skills, including pleasant nature and ability to influence others.
- Organized, detailed oriented individual with good project management skills.
- Strong client service orientation.
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information:
If you have questions, please e-mail Megan Becker at megan.becker@ogletreedeakins.com with “Project Manager – Greenville" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview:
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
