IT Project Manager / Business Analyst - (Remote) at Reed Smith LLP

Firm Information

Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions and regulatory matters.

Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) across more than 30 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, operate as one global partnership to drive progress for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

Position Summary

Responsible for managing and delivering assigned projects. Work with Senior Manager of IT Project Management & Business Analysis, IT Leadership, functional business units, project sponsors and stakeholders to understand the business needs of assigned projects and transfer those needs into technical requirements.   Provide project status updates to project sponsors and stakeholders on project progress.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Take ownership of new projects and drive them throughout the scope of the project, including project definition, planning, approval, implementation and evaluation.  
• Develop fit-for-purpose project plans, project sites, business analysis, specifications, test plans and test scripts for assigned projects.
• Monitor and report project status and milestone achievements for all phases of a project on a regular basis.
• Establish and monitor key project success metrics.
• Collaborating with process owners to evaluate and design process improvements, ongoing assessments, and facilitate business transformation and innovation.  
• Be able to lead, drive a wide variety of technology projects including Cloud, Infrastructure, Network, IT Security, Applications, and Custom Development.  
• Project Manage various kinds of Cloud implementation projects including SAAS, IAAS, and PAAS cloud projects for new solutions and migration of existing systems.    
• Work with the Senior Manager of IT Project Management & Business Analysis to provide technical input for feature specifications.
• Coordinate work performed by outside vendors, contractors and consultants to reach project goals.
• Align technical and functional resources to specific project modules and tasks.
• Schedule, prepare and lead project team meetings.
• Meet and provide project updates to project sponsors, stakeholders and senior staff. 
• Educate/mentor new and existing staff members in techniques, methods, policies, and best practices in project related work.
• Work with the Senior Manager of IT Project Management & Business Analysis to develop and evolve a repeatable approach that optimizes and standardizes business analysis and project management processes.
• Work with the Senior Manager of IT Project Management & Business Analysis to develop and evolve the IT Demand Management Process, IT project on-boarding, and IT Project Portfolio tracking.    
• Provide assistance to colleagues in Information Technology, including but not limited to application troubleshooting, testing, and support.
• May volunteer or be selected to serve on special committees, work groups, project teams, or escalation teams related to various firm wide IT initiatives.   Initiatives may be specific one-time events (e.g., research, testing, rollouts, upgrades, installations) or ongoing activities.

Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time. 

Requirements

Education:  Bachelor's Degree in computer-related field.   Additional training, education, and/or certification in relevant areas preferred. PMP Certification preferred.

Experience:  Required:   5+ years of IT project management experience.   Ability to lead projects and motivate team members.   Excellent communication, organization, and prioritization skills.   Able to effectively interact with individuals at all organizational levels.   Law Firm experience a Plus.  

Skills:  Strong analytical and communication skills required.   Possesses a solid understanding of firm goals and direction, and the ability to recognize and prioritize solutions that assist in meeting those goals.   Computing in a Microsoft Windows environment, with strong proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite a   (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project), Microsoft PowerBi, Microsoft SharePoint, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams is required.

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities:  No direct supervisory responsibilities, but must be able to lead and motivate matrix based reports for assigned projects.

Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, intense eye usage, and finger, hand and wrist dexterity associated with prolonged computer use.
• Ability to utilize technology, including computers and telecommunication devices.
• Ability to work under pressure with composure and resilience in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis and complete assignments within set timelines.
• Must have keen problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities and solutions-oriented thinking.
• Must possess critical thinking skills, including logical reasoning, analysis, and evaluation, to make informed decisions and judgments.
• Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations.  
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with various personalities at all levels.
• Ability to have a customer-focused mindset and deliver high-quality service or solutions to internal or external stakeholders.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal departments and external vendors.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are critical skills necessary for ensuring precision and quality in all tasks and responsibilities.
• Must have strong leadership skills and ability to demonstrate calm during periods of high volume or unusual events.
• Must work in office as required.

Working Conditions: Remote work. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor.

Benefits Package Overview:

• 401k Plan
• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Virtual Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Hospital indemnity
• Critical illness
• Life insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Lyra Health EAP
• Paid Family Leave
• College Savings Plan
• Transportation benefit
• Back-up Child Care
• College Coach
• Pet insurance
• Paid sick time
• Vacation time

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.

Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.

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