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Winston & Strawn LLP · 2 weeks ago

Chicago - Managing Director, Endpoint Technology and Workplace Experience

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$305K/yr - $350K/yr

10+ years exp

Winston & Strawn LLP is a leading global law firm that values excellence, diversity, and professional growth. They are seeking a Managing Director for Endpoint Technology and Workplace Experience, responsible for shaping a secure and seamless digital workplace while leading a team and driving innovation to enhance productivity and employee satisfaction.

Law Practice

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead a team responsible for driving the successful implementation and integration of endpoint technologies within the firm

Define and execute the global endpoint computing strategy, including device management, operating systems, and application delivery

Engage with attorneys and business professionals to assess their workflows, challenges, and technology needs

Provide support for existing and new endpoint technology platforms, including laptop/desktop design, build and rollouts, as well as remote access platforms, establishing industry standard best practices and support level agreements

Provide structured support, coaching, and change management strategies to ensure high user engagement and effectiveness

Work with IT and business units to maintain a roadmap for currency and innovative edge in use of new endpoint platforms and methodologies

Develop and execute a strategic vision for the firm’s digital workplace experience, ensuring alignment with overall firm goals

Drive initiatives to enhance the digital workplace experience, aligning with business objectives and employee needs

Partner with IS, administrative and firm leadership to identify opportunities for the workplace experience to improve client service, operational efficiency, and practice group workflows

Serve as an executive thought leader in workplace experience, representing the firm in industry discussions and client engagements on the future of legal technology

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all digital experience teams

Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and performance management to the Endpoint Technology and Workplace Experience teams

Build and maintain high-performing teams, ensuring appropriate staffing, training, and professional development

Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams and with other departments

Serve as a trusted advisor to firm executive leadership, administrative leadership, and practice group leadership on legal endpoint technology and workplace experience matters

Collaborate with attorneys and business professionals to understand their needs and challenges and identify solutions that address their requirements

Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and technology partners

Present to executive leadership and practice leadership on legal technology roadmaps, progress, and financial implications

Develop and manage the budget for Endpoint Technology and Workplace Experience, ensuring efficient allocation of resources

Evaluate the ROI of technology investments and make recommendations for future initiatives

Negotiate contracts with vendors and manage vendor relationships

Ensure that all technology initiatives comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including data privacy and security

Identify and mitigate technology-related risks

Maintain awareness of ethical considerations relating to the use of AI and other emerging technologies in the legal field

Qualification

Legal technology expertiseDigital transformation leadershipEndpoint technology strategyVendor managementBudget managementChange managementData management strategyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsProject managementTeam management

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, communications, legal studies, or a related field required

10+ years of experience in a leadership role within legal technology, digital transformation, or data science required, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment

Must live within a commutable distance to the firm office with the ability to come into the office 3-4 days per week

Proven experience leading large-scale technology implementation and support initiatives

Proven track record of successfully leading technology initiatives and driving innovation

Strong understanding of legal technology trends and best practices

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships

Experience leading change management initiatives

Demonstrated knowledge of security best practices

Strong knowledge of legal technology solutions, AI applications in law, data management and strategy, and application development

Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills

Deep understanding of law firm operations, legal practice workflows, and client service needs

Ability to translate business objectives into actionable technology and change management strategies

Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership and attorneys

Strong vendor management skills, with the ability to engage company leadership and influence roadmap decisions where applicable

Excellent problem-solving, project management, and change management skills

Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and allocate resources effectively

Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

Advanced degree (J.D., MBA, or MS in Data Science/Technology)

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits package

Yearly retirement contribution

Annual discretionary merit bonus

Company

Winston & Strawn LLP

Glassdoor4.3

Winston & Strawn LLP is an international law firm with more than 975 attorneys in key financial centers around the world.

Founded in 1853

Chicago, Illinois, US

1001-5000 employees

https://www.winston.com

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