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Sr. Project Manager Marketing Operations

DLA Piper

Atlanta, GA
Full Time
Senior
134k-202k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

DLA Piper is a bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive firm where its people are the backbone, heart and soul. The Sr. Project Manager Marketing Operations will support the firm's strategic priorities for growth and brand enhancement by driving operational excellence, collaboration, and transparency within the Marketing and Business Development (MBD) team. This role involves orchestrating and executing strategic and interdepartmental projects, serving as a critical link between strategy formulation and implementation to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of MBD functions across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide project management for MBD workstreams related to the design, implementation, and launch of the firm's Next-Gen CRM system, including managing complex requirements and multiple workstreams.
  • Facilitate the MBD team's realignment in support of firm strategy by developing detailed plans, ensuring smooth coordination, transparent communication, and creating documentation on changing roles and responsibilities.
  • Assist in priority MBD AI optimization projects from planning through execution, tracking progress, and measuring impact on team performance.
  • Facilitate ongoing operational change and improvement projects to streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and align efforts across people, process, and technology.
  • Maintain and improve the MBD team's knowledge management resources and shared libraries to foster consistency, collaboration, and learning.
  • Assist with the departmental budgeting process, including strategic planning and ongoing budget management.
  • Support project management related to content development and strategy for firm conferences and events.
  • Manage other key projects and resources, including defining system requirements, stakeholder communication, ROI analysis, change management, and project documentation.

Requirements

  • Excellent project management skills, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment, with a focus on marketing and business development tools and technologies.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Strategic thinking, sound professional judgment, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
  • Ability to execute effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills to identify issues, analyze options, and implement solutions.
  • Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to analyze and synthesize data into actionable insights.
  • Confidence in managing projects, juggling priorities, and driving cross-functional initiatives to completion.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Co-Pilot, AI, and familiarity with CRM systems or pipeline tracking tools.
  • Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, ideally in a professional services environment with Marketing and Business Development experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.

Nice to Have

  • Master's Degree in a related field.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, ideally in a professional services environment with Marketing and Business Development experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).
  • Hybrid work schedule with remote and in-office work options.

Working at DLA Piper

DLA Piper emphasizes a culture of excellence, collaboration, and support. The firm values its people and encourages meaningful work and career growth, fostering an environment where employees can engage in impactful projects and develop professionally.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 11, 2025
Salary134k-202k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About DLA Piper

Website

dlapiper.com

Location

Atlanta, GA

Industry

Offices of Lawyers

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