Legal Services – Project Manager
Pay Rate: $100.00/hour on W2
Work Type: Remote – 50 miles within Approved HUB Location
Duration: 6-month contract with possible extension
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Leadership & Management
- Lead project management for CLM engagements, from initial scoping and planning through execution and post-implementation review.
- Oversee timelines, resource allocation, risk management, and deliverables to ensure project milestones are met.
- Serve as the primary client point of contact, managing communications, expectations, and relationship building to foster long-term client partnerships.
- Implementation Leadership & CLM Expertise
- Serve as the CLM subject matter expert, advising clients on implementation strategy, configuration, testing, and user adoption.
- Support functional design workshops, facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT), and manage issue resolution.
- Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the implementation meets the defined requirements and aligns with best practices.
- Current-State Assessment & To-Be Process Design
- Conduct comprehensive current-state assessments of clients’ contract management processes, identifying inefficiencies, compliance risks, and areas for improvement.
- Develop tailored future-state process designs, mapping to industry best practices and aligning with the client’s strategic objectives.
- Define a roadmap for successful implementation, including a clear transition strategy from the current to the desired future state.
- CLM Vendor Selection
- Lead the vendor selection process by defining requirements, facilitating demos, and evaluating vendors’ fit against client-specific needs.
- Develop and deliver selection scorecards, assist in decision analysis, and guide clients in selecting the CLM platform that best meets their functional and technical requirements.
- Thought Leadership in CLM AI & GenAI
- Contribute to the development of our CLM AI (GenAI) services roadmap, defining strategies for integrating AI to enhance contract automation, compliance, and risk management.
- Act as a thought leader within the CLM practice by identifying emerging trends, sharing insights on AI/GenAI in CLM, and contributing to white papers, webinars, and industry events.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine AI-powered offerings that align with the evolving needs of our clients.
- Practice Development & Team Mentorship
- Support the growth of the CLM practice by contributing to methodology, tools, and frameworks.
- Mentor junior consultants, providing guidance and expertise to develop their CLM knowledge and consulting skills.
- Engage in continuous learning and stay updated on industry advancements in CLM, AI, and technology trends.
Qualifications:
- Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in CLM consulting, legal operations, or a similar role, with a proven track record in CLM project leadership.
- Deep expertise in CLM platforms (e.g., Agiloft, Icertis, Conga, Malbek, ContractPodAi) and contract management processes.
- Project Management & Technical Skills
- Strong project management skills with experience managing large-scale, complex CLM projects from start to finish.
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and experience with GenAI capabilities within CLM platforms.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and CLM solutions.
- Analytical & Strategic Thinking
- Ability to assess and map current processes, identify gaps, and design scalable, future-ready CLM solutions.
- Analytical mindset with a knack for translating strategic goals into tactical project plans.
- Communication & Leadership Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong leadership and client relationship management skills, with a commitment to delivering exceptional value.
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