Manager of AI & Innovation
Jenner & Block - chicago, IL
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ABOUT JENNER & BLOCKJenner & Block LLP is a law firm with global reach, with offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice, global investigations practice, regulatory and government controversies work, and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies, technology companies, large privately held corporations, emerging companies, Native American tribes, and venture capital and private equity investors. The American Lawyer has recognized Jenner & Block as the No. 1 pro bono firm in the United States 10 times.OVERVIEWThe Manager of AI &Innovation will report to the CIO and work closely with firm lawyers and professional staff. They will primarily be responsible for developing AI strategy and driving AI usage to improve workflow efficiencies and service value for clients.The role is ideally based in a city with a Jenner & Blockoffice (Chicago, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or London).RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop integration strategies and plans for seamless incorporation of AI technologies into existing systems, processes, and workflowsDrive usage of AI tools and services to create process improvements and increase quality of our work productCollaborate with invested parties to understand business requirements and objectives that could benefit from AI integrationPromote and facilitate AI awareness, learning, and support for lawyers and professional staffCustomize AI solutions or develop custom AI algorithms, models, or applications tailored to specific business requirementsConduct thorough testing and validation of AI integrations to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance meet desired standardsGuide lawyer understanding and presentation of AI solutionsMaintain and promote an up-to-date inventoryof all AI tools (applications, prompts, etc.) and services for us by our lawyers and professional staffFacilitate arrangements with vendors and manage the overall vendor management lifecycle to ensure that licenses are best leveraged by stakeholders, in partnership with the procurement teamStay abreast of available and emerging AI technologies to support lawyers and professional staff with a range of solutionsDevelop benchmarks to track and analyze successful implementation of projectsSKILLS AND EXPERIENCEExperience in AI integration, with a strong understanding of AI technologies, algorithms, and platforms in a legal environmentExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically about AI integration challengesAble to champion AI innovation to a wide range of audiences and comfortable teaching, coaching, and mentoring lawyers and professional staffExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSkilled at generating buy-in across diverse stakeholder baseBroad technology understanding, able to engage and liaise with both technical and non- technical audiencesEnjoys and proactively keeps up-to-date with AI market trendsLong-term vision, with ability to plan and execute short-term solutionsExcellent project management skills and the ability to consistently deliver on objectivesStrong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skillsBachelor degree required. A JD or a Masters in a technical field a plusJenner & Block offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, in addition to other offerings.Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity andor expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.
Created: 2024-09-16