Knowledge Management Team Director

<p>Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.</p><p></p><p><span>The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.</span> </p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p></p><p><b><u>Job Summary (basic description)</u></b></p><p>The firm’s Knowledge Management Team is seeking a Knowledge Management Team Director.  This role will lead a team of Knowledge Management Attorneys (“KMAs”) who support the needs of the firm’s practice and industry groups. </p><p>This position reports to the Senior Director of Practice Enablement and works in close collaboration with National Practice and Industry Heads and Practice and Industry Group Leaders. </p><p><b><u>Essential Functions</u></b></p><p>Specific to Knowledge Management Responsibilities across the entire KMA Team</p><p>In alignment with the firm’s content strategy, responsible for leading the KM team in content creation and development related to all practice and industry groups and as pertains to legislative updates, case law updates, industry/practice trends and legal analysis of same.</p><p>Accountable for review, editing and contributions to content (e.g. writing and publishing speeches, articles, blogs, presentations and webinars) as generated by other firm resources (e.g. marketing and business development, attorney training and development) as relates to specific industries and practices</p><p>Ensures practice and <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">industry groups’ intranet</span> content is current, and accurate. Builds <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">and maintains a</span> content library(s) across all industry and practice groups, to include model documents, forms, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">precedents, checklists,</span> and related resources</p><p>Responsible for ensuring practice and industry group leadership and general attorney membership is continually up to date on all strategic shifts and evolutions of practice approach, strategy and execution</p><p>Partners with central firm resources and colleagues to ensure the effective use and leverage of firm-wide and practice-specific tools, process and technologies</p><p>In consultation and partnership with firm leaders and colleagues, responsible for leveraging enterprise investments in technologies and innovations at the practice and industry group level.</p><p>Accountable for the adoption and effective leveraging of firm-wide practice support resources, such as attorney training and coaching, Talent resources and communication platforms</p><p>Provide strategic insights and direction to practice and industry group initiatives and other special projects</p><p>Effective management and leadership of the KMA and Practice Coordination Team</p><p>Ensure the development of strategic goals, performance, and alignment of the team by providing direction, mentorship, and oversight to the team.</p><p>Partner with National Practice and Industry Heads, Practice Group Leaders, Industry Group Leaders, administrative leaders, and firm leadership to align KMA efforts with firmwide goals</p><p>Accountable for creating and maintaining a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team and amongst the practice and industry groups</p><p>Responsible for the development of key performance indicators for the team, monitoring and reporting on the impact of KMA work for the firm and its clients to firm leadership</p><p>Serve as a liaison between the team and other departments (e.g., IT, Innovation, Marketing, Talent) to support broader firm initiatives</p><p>Partner with the team, practice innovation attorney and innovation team to set strategic plan to implement new technologies for attorneys through practice groups</p><p>Ensure strong working relationships between the team and Practice Support Operations team</p><p>Maintain a strong understanding of trends in legal practice support, content development, and knowledge strategy</p><p>#LI-LM1</p><p>#LI-Remote</p><p><b><u><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Qualifications/Skills</span> Required </u></b></p><ul><li>J.D. degree required</li><li>Minimum of 10-12+ years’ experience as an employment litigator and/or knowledge management attorney, preferably with balance of experience as a practicing litigator.</li><li>Minimum of 3+ years’ experience leading a team of attorneys with strong leadership and people management skills or leading large cross-departmental project implementations</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills</li><li>Passion for knowledge-sharing, organizational skills, proficiency with technology and an aptitude for innovation, efficiency, and excellence in legal work</li></ul><p>For Colorado, the expected salary range for this position is between $190,000 <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">and $220,000. </span> This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.   The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. </p><p></p><p>Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:</p><ul><li>medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan</li><li>Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account</li><li>firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time</li><li>Employee assistance program and other benefits</li></ul><p></p><p>This job will be posted on 5/23/2026 and we anticipate it will remain open for at least 30 days.</p><p>For New York, Chicago and Seattle WA, the expected salary range for this position is between $190,000 <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">and $220,000. </span> This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.   The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. </p><p></p><p>Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:</p><ul><li>medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan</li><li>Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account</li><li>firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time</li><li>Employee assistance program and other benefits</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br> </p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.</span></p>

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