Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with global reach, with offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice, global investigations practice, regulatory and government controversies work, and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies, technology companies, large privately held corporations, emerging companies, Native American tribes, and venture capital and private equity investors. The American Lawyer has recognized Jenner & Block as the No. 1 pro bono firm in the United States 10 times.
OVERVIEW
The Manager of AI &Innovation will report to the CIO and work closely with firm lawyers and professional staff. They will primarily be responsible for developing AI strategy and driving AI usage to improve workflow efficiencies and service value for clients.
The role is ideally based in a city with a Jenner & Blockoffice (Chicago, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or London).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop integration strategies and plans for seamless incorporation of AI technologies into existing systems, processes, and workflows
Drive usage of AI tools and services to create process improvements and increase quality of our work product
Collaborate with invested parties to understand business requirements and objectives that could benefit from AI integration
Promote and facilitate AI awareness, learning, and support for lawyers and professional staff
Customize AI solutions or develop custom AI algorithms, models, or applications tailored to specific business requirements
Conduct thorough testing and validation of AI integrations to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance meet desired standards
Guide lawyer understanding and presentation of AI solutions
Maintain and promote an up-to-date inventoryof all AI tools (applications, prompts, etc.) and services for us by our lawyers and professional staff
Facilitate arrangements with vendors and manage the overall vendor management lifecycle to ensure that licenses are best leveraged by stakeholders, in partnership with the procurement team
Stay abreast of available and emerging AI technologies to support lawyers and professional staff with a range of solutions
Develop benchmarks to track and analyze successful implementation of projects
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience in AI integration, with a strong understanding of AI technologies, algorithms, and platforms in a legal environment
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically about AI integration challenges
Able to champion AI innovation to a wide range of audiences and comfortable teaching, coaching, and mentoring lawyers and professional staff
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Skilled at generating buy-in across diverse stakeholder base
Broad technology understanding, able to engage and liaise with both technical and non- technical audiences
Enjoys and proactively keeps up-to-date with AI market trends
Long-term vision, with ability to plan and execute short-term solutions
Excellent project management skills and the ability to consistently deliver on objectives
Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills
Bachelor degree required. A JD or a Masters in a technical field a plus
Additional Duties
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs.
Physical Requirements
Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.
Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $175,000-$225,000. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.