AI Lab Project Manager

Responsibilities:

• Request Management: Handle inbound requests for custom AI development, assessing feasibility and aligning them with the AI Lab's strategic goals; act as the primary liaison between the AI Lab and internal stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of business needs.
• Project Coordination: Maintain and regularly update a comprehensive tracker for ongoing AI projects, including timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation; facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure alignment; schedule and lead regular project meetings, preparing agendas and documenting key decisions and action items.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Develop high-quality artifacts such as PowerPoint presentations, summary reports, and videos to communicate the progress and outcomes of AI initiatives to stakeholders; ensure stakeholders are regularly informed about project statuses, key milestones, and potential risks or delays.
• Quality Assurance: Review project deliverables for quality and consistency, ensuring that outputs meet the firm's high standards; coordinate user feedback sessions to improve AI solutions and their adoption across the firm.
• Strategic Support: Work closely with the AI Lab leadership to identify opportunities for scaling successful feasibility studies into firm-wide solutions; assist in documenting and refining the AI Lab's processes to improve operational efficiency.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 4 years of project management experience, preferably in a technology-focused and innovative environment; experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating closely with AI/ML teams, including software developers, data scientists, and AI specialists, to deliver technology-focused solutions.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and terminology (technical expertise is not required but a basic understanding is essential), such as machine learning workflows, natural language processing, predictive analytics, and model evaluation metrics; proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, or Trello) and productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace); experience with LegalTech or the legal field is a plus.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating impactful presentations and reports; ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset; ability to navigate a complex organizational structure and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Innovation-Driven: Passion for technology and innovation, with a desire to stay informed about the latest trends in AI and project management methodologies.

For positions in Chicago, IL, the salary range for this job posting is: $109,300.00 - $174,775.00.

For positions in San Francisco, CA, the salary range for this job posting is:

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