Legal, Risk & Compliance - Legal Advisory & AI Consultant

Accountabilities:: Legal Advisory and Operational Assessments: Support assessments of legal department operations, organizational structures, workflows, processes, and technology capabilities to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. Legal Transformation Initiatives: Contribute to legal modernization projects by evaluating existing practices, documenting business needs, and helping design more efficient and scalable legal service delivery models. AI Strategy and Adoption: Assist in identifying and evaluating appropriate applications of artificial intelligence within legal and business environments, supporting the implementation of AI-enabled solutions and workflows. AI Governance and Implementation: Participate in requirements gathering, process design, solution testing, documentation, and governance activities to support responsible and effective AI adoption. Contract Management and Analysis: Review contract processes, contractual information, and operational data to identify improvement opportunities and support more effective contract lifecycle management. Research and Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct interviews, research, and fact-finding activities with attorneys, business professionals, technology teams, and other stakeholders to understand challenges and gather relevant information. Data Analysis and Interpretation: Compile, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative information to identify patterns, evaluate operational performance, and develop actionable insights. Documentation and Deliverable Development: Prepare process maps, reports, executive summaries, presentations, implementation materials, playbooks, and other client-ready deliverables. Risk and Issue Documentation: Clearly document findings, assumptions, risks, dependencies, outstanding questions, and recommendations to support informed decision-making and project execution. Project Coordination: Coordinate assigned tasks and activities across multidisciplinary teams, monitor deadlines, track progress, and ensure deliverables meet established quality standards. Legal Technology and Digital Solutions: Support the evaluation and use of legal technology, e-discovery platforms, AI-enabled workflows, and other digital tools that improve legal operations and service delivery. Investigations and Litigation Support: Contribute to investigations, litigation support, compliance reviews, and related legal matters as required by client engagements. Client Relationship Management: Build professional relationships with client stakeholders and project team members, communicate progress clearly, and contribute to a positive client experience. Continuous Learning and Development: Apply feedback from experienced colleagues, strengthen consulting capabilities, and remain informed about emerging technologies, legal industry practices, and operational improvement methods. Requirements: Education: A bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline is required. Professional Experience: At least one year of relevant professional experience, internship experience, or substantive project experience. Relevant Industry Exposure: Experience or exposure to consulting, in-house legal departments, legal operations, contract management, investigations, litigation support, compliance, technology, or related professional services is preferred. Analytical and Research Skills: Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to gather information, identify patterns, evaluate evidence, and translate findings into practical recommendations. Legal and Business Acumen: An interest in legal processes, business operations, and organizational transformation, with the ability to learn unfamiliar legal, operational, and technology concepts quickly. AI and Technology Awareness: An interest in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, particularly their potential to improve legal service delivery, automate workflows, and support more informed decision-making. Process Improvement and Project Support: Ability to contribute to process assessments, requirements gathering, workflow documentation, implementation planning, testing, and project coordination. Data Handling and Interpretation: Comfort working with structured information, qualitative and quantitative data, and documentation to produce accurate, well-supported findings. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to prepare clear, organized, and professional reports, presentations, and supporting materials. Written and Verbal Communication: Strong communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex information, document findings accurately, and collaborate effectively with legal, business, and technical stakeholders. Organization and Attention to Detail: Excellent organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, maintain documentation quality, and review work carefully. Adaptability and Learning Agility: A curious, structured, and practical approach to problem-solving, combined with the ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and incorporate feedback constructively. Teamwork and Client Service: A collaborative mindset, professional judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work for clients across different industries. Preferred Legal or Project Credentials: A Juris Doctor (JD), paralegal credential, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or relevant technology certification may be beneficial but is not required. Workplace Flexibility: Ability to work within a hybrid environment, combining remote work with in-person collaboration at local offices or client sites. Travel, including occasional out-of-state travel, may be required depending on project needs. Benefits: Competitive Base Salary: Annual salary ranging from $66,000 to $100,000 , depending on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Annual Bonus Opportunity: A target bonus opportunity of $2,000 for eligible employees, subject to applicable compensation policies. Estimated Total Cash Compensation: Approximately $68,000–$102,000 annually , combining the stated base salary range and target bonus opportunity. Medical Coverage: Access to medical insurance plans. Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage options to support dental and vision care. Healthcare Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA). Insurance Protection: Life and accident insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) savings and investment plan with an employer match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions. Paid Time Off: Choice Time Off (CTO) for vacation, personal needs, and sick leave. Eligible new hires receive up to 20 days per calendar year, with allocations varying according to years of service. Paid Holidays: Up to 11 paid holidays annually. Family Support: Adoption and fertility assistance, along with paid parental leave of up to 10 weeks, subject to applicable policies. Hybrid Work Environment: A flexible combination of remote work, office collaboration, and client-site engagement based on project requirements. Professional Training and Mentorship: Access to training, guidance, and mentorship to develop consulting expertise and strengthen legal, analytical, and technology-related capabilities. Career Development: Opportunities to work across legal advisory, AI implementation, legal operations, contract management, and other multidisciplinary consulting projects. Collaborative Culture: A professional environment that encourages continuous learning, teamwork, inclusion, innovation, and career advancement.