Associate Director of Knowledge & Innovation (Corporate or Litigation)
kay search group
- New York City, NY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the design and execution of strategic K&I projects, including client portals, databases, and integration of generative AI into workflows.
- Oversee and support the implementation of innovation initiatives in alignment with firm objectives and best practices.
- Manage and mentor a team of K&I Assistants and Specialists; collaborate with K&I Attorneys to streamline workflows.
- Provide thought leadership and assist with business development, including presentations and RFP responses.
- Evaluate emerging legal technologies and support their adoption across practices.
- Drive engagement with K&I tools through communication and training initiatives.
- Monitor legal tech trends and share insights and potential use cases across the firm.
- Provide ad hoc support in locating and utilizing knowledge resources.
- Juris Doctor required
- 10+ years of legal experience (law firm, in-house, or government), including 5+ years in knowledge management, innovation, or legal tech.
- Proven leadership and team management experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across all levels of an organization.
- Demonstrated expertise in leveraging data, tech tools, and knowledge assets to enhance legal practice.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills; familiarity with change management is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and web-based tools.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environment.