Legal Manager, Executive & Partnership Operations

Position: Legal Manager, Executive & Partnership Operations Summary for Legal Manager, Executive & Partnership Operations Are you a seasoned Legal Executive Assistant or Legal Operations professional ready to take the next step? Join a prestigious AM 50 law firm as a Legal Manager overseeing Executive and Partnership Operations. This hybrid role offers a collaborative team environment, high-touch partnerships with senior leadership, and the chance to lead strategic initiatives that impact the firm globally. Key Responsibilities Legal Manager, Executive & Partnership Operations Serve as a strategic operational partner to senior leadership, supporting the Office of Executive & Partnership Resources and reporting to the Partnership Resources Manager. Own and manage updates to global Equity and Non-Equity Partner Manuals, ensuring accuracy, governance alignment, and consistency with firm strategy. Oversee the annual calendar and logistics for Partner and Executive Committee meetings, including maintenance of governance documentation and leadership assignments. Lead the planning and execution of global partner meetings and orientations, managing vendors, budgets, contracts, and event technology platforms. Optimize office-wide processes and workflows, ensuring seamless coordination across talent, partnership, and strategic growth teams. Partner with Legal Talent and Partnership Resources to maintain policies, records, and tracking systems for partner and counsel leaves, transfers, and relocations. Drive special projects and new initiatives that enhance operational excellence and support firm-wide strategic objectives. Requirements for Legal Manager, Executive & Partnership Operations 7+ years of progressive experience in operations, project management, or executive support within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong background supporting senior leadership or partnership-level stakeholders, ideally in an Am Law 100 or global firm setting. Proven ability to manage complex, confidential matters with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable independently managing multiple workstreams under tight deadlines. Advanced proficiency in MS Word and Excel; experience with event management platforms (e.g., Cvent) strongly preferred. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across all levels of an organization. Flexible, proactive, and motivated by the opportunity to step into a more strategic, high-visibility operational role. #J-18808-Ljbffr