Practice Specialist

. Only the ‘myworkdayPractice Specialist page is loaded## Practice Specialistlocations: San Franciscotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R268908At Hogan Lovells, the Practice Specialist supports the core business and administrative operations of a legal practice, serving as a primary point of contact for client invoice inquiries and engagement letters. The role is central to maintaining accurate documentation, supporting financial and client-facing processes, and ensuring the efficient day‐to‐day operation of the practice.This position brings a strategic, solutions‐oriented approach to operational planning, business development support, and process improvement, helping align administrative operations with practice priorities and broader firm objectives. The Practice Specialist exercises sound judgment, discretion, and collaboration in a fast‐paced, confidential environment and is a key contributor to practice success.### ### ### Client Relations, Billing, and Financial Support* Serve as the primary client contact for invoice and engagement‐related inquiries.* Manage engagement workflows, including conflicts clearance, rate setup, special billing arrangements, and invoice compliance.* Monitor client budgets and prepare accruals, reconciliations, and comparative spending analyses.* Manage monthly client billing and provide backup support for time recording, review, and month‐end close.* Coordinate with Client Account Specialists and support invoice follow‐up and collections as appropriate.* Prepare status, utilization, and financial reports using Serengeti, Legal Tracker, or similar systems.### Practice Operations and Legal Support* Track matter status and maintain searchable repositories of key documents and outcomes.* Review utilization reports to support capacity planning and practice management decisions.* Coordinate with associates to compile matter updates for client and internal reporting.* Conduct billing rate analyses and prepare financial reports supporting pricing strategy and revenue planning.* Prepare practice‐specific court and legislative filings.### Marketing, Business Development, and Strategic Initiatives* Support practice leadership in strengthening the practice’s internal and external profile.* Partner with Marketing and Business Development to support strategic initiatives and market‐aligned activities.* Track business development initiatives and follow up on leads in collaboration with attorneys.* Assist with drafting matter descriptions for bios, pitches, rankings submissions, and audit responses.* Support client‐facing and internal initiatives aligned with firm goals.### Meetings, Events, and Administrative Support* Coordinate meetings, events, and conferences as needed.* Participate in practice, office, Inclusion, and Responsible Business initiatives.* Respond professionally to requests, manage ad hoc projects, and follow firm document management protocols.### **Experience and Education*** Five or more years of experience in a strategic support role within a law firm or professional services environment, with a focus on financial analysis and reporting.* Experience supporting project coordination, strategic initiatives, and cross‐functional collaboration.* Bachelor’s degree preferred; JD or MBA a plus.## **Skills and Attributes*** Strong understanding of legal operations, billing practices, and financial reporting.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* High attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization abilities.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, legal and billing platforms, and project management tools.* Experience with Serengeti, Legal Tracker, and AI‐enabled productivity tools.* Strategic, analytical, and solutions‐oriented mindset.* Professional discretion and ability to handle highly confidential information.### Core hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., inclusive of a one‐hour lunch. Hours may vary by location. The firm operates on a four‐day in‐office schedule.In San Francisco, the expected base salary range for this role is $124,500 to $138,000 per year. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, which may include annual discretionary bonuses. Employees in this role are also eligible for benefits offered by the firm, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions, which currently include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off. Please review for more information regarding employee benefits in the United States.We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law.Hogan Lovells complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at LeaveofAbsence\View email address on click.appcast.io's no substitute for lived experience. We value fresh perspectives; if you are looking for your next career move, we offer an exceptional platform from which to build skills for now and the future. Define your future and become part of an exceptional global team that is passionate about working on some of the world’s toughest legal challenges.We have a unique culture that is both ambitious and supportive. You will be stretched and encouraged to grow as a professional, while at the same time, thriving as part of an inclusive and collaborative team. The one constant is that we are always evolving, innovating, excelling, because that is what it takes to be the best.Hogan Lovells is a global law firm with offices in many jurisdictions and countries. 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