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Sr. Project Manager Marketing Operations

DLA Piper

Raleigh, NC
Full Time
Senior
134k-202k
8 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Sr. Project Manager Marketing Operations at DLA Piper is responsible for driving operational excellence, collaboration, and transparency within the firm's Marketing and Business Development (MBD) team. The role supports strategic priorities for growth and brand enhancement by managing interdepartmental projects, facilitating process improvements, and supporting change management initiatives. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and can be based in any US office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide project management for MBD workstreams related to the design, implementation, and launch of the firm's Next-Gen CRM system, including complex requirements and multiple workstreams.
  • Facilitate the MBD team's realignment in support of firm strategy by developing detailed plans, ensuring transparent communication, and creating documentation on 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 process improvement projects to streamline workflows, reduce redundancies, and leverage people, process, and technology.
  • Maintain and improve the MBD team's knowledge management resources and shared libraries to foster consistency and support onboarding.
  • 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 key projects and resources, including defining system requirements, stakeholder communication, ROI analysis, change management, and 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 judgment, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
  • Effective 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, prioritizing tasks, 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, preferably 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 including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work.

Working at DLA Piper

DLA Piper is a bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive firm. The company values meaningful work, career growth, and fostering a positive work environment. Employees are expected to embrace and uphold the firm's values, with a focus on excellence in client service and professional development.

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Job Details

Posted AtSep 13, 2025
Salary134k-202k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About DLA Piper

Website

dlapiper.com

Location

Raleigh, NC

Industry

Offices of Lawyers

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