Practice Manager - Regulatory

WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.

About the Role

Responsible for the daily management and business operations of assigned practices within the Regulatory Department, with a strong emphasis on work allocation, professional development, and relationship building.  Act as a liaison with other Firm legal and administrative groups as needed.

Demonstrates a strong commitment to professionalism by setting clear expectations and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality service. Fosters and reinforces a positive, solution‑oriented (‘can‑do’) approach across the team. Ensures effective support of internal departments, external clients, and vendors by modeling and requiring clear, courteous communication through electronic correspondence, telephone, and in‑person interactions.

What You Will Be Doing

Attorney Professional Development and Work Assignment Staffing

• Manage billable and pro bono assignment process for assigned practice groups within the Regulatory Department and collaborate with colleagues in the Practice Management Department to address cross-office staffing needs.
• Provide counsel, senior associates and associates with assignments that provide appropriate professional development opportunities commensurate with experience.
• Coordinate reassignment of projects when attorneys are on vacation or other leaves of absence.  Assist in the administration of extended leave policies as needed.
• Participate in bi-annual evaluation process for counsel, senior associates, and associates, in conjunction with our Legal Personnel Department, partner mentors and Practice Management team.
• Provide orientation support to junior associates and lateral hires.
• Work with partners, Regulatory Department Director and the Professional Development and Training team to plan and conduct formal training programs for counsel, senior associates, and associates.
• Work with Department/Practice Group management, Regulatory Department Director and Legal Personnel Department as requested to address personnel issues involving lawyers.
• Travel among offices as necessary to meet with counsel, senior associates and associates to discuss workload assignments and professional development goals and objectives.

Department Management and Reporting

• Assist in the preparation and implementation of Department and/or Practice Group strategic plans.
• Assist in the preparation of Department and/or Practice Group reporting, including the preparation of monthly productivity reports to Department Leaders, Practice Group Leaders, the Management Committee, and the Chief Practice Management Officer.
• Coordinate Department and Practice Group level projects as assigned by the Regulatory Department Director.

Administrative and Operational Support

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Regulatory Department leaders.
• Assist in coordinating, planning, and providing follow-up support to Department and Practice Group meetings, retreats, and other group events.  Maintain meeting notes and follow up on action items.  Coordinate room and technical requirements between firm’s various offices as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Business Development and Marketing

• Provide support to the Regulatory Department Director and Client Development Department for department and practice group marketing and business development activities, including pitches and RFPs.
• Coordinate with the Client Development Department and Regulatory Department Director to track lateral partner integration initiatives.
• Assist in the coordination of events involving members of the Department as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Financial

• Support Department Leaders and Finance Department with the tracking and management of alternative fee arrangements and other Matter Management reporting as necessary.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and managerial experience.
• Ability to deal effectively with lawyers, staff and peer administrators.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle a wide variety of responsibilities.
• Ability to identify and solve problems, take initiative and work independently under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. 
• Remains open to technological change as generative AI becomes more integrated into the firm’s practice, actively develop comfort with new tools, and adapt how work is performed to support efficiency and innovation. 

• Minimum five years’ experience that is directly related to the duties or skills described herein.
• At least three years of demonstrated people management experience required.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Why Join Us?

• A values‑driven firm that fosters collaboration and respect
• The hiring range for this position is $154,000 - $192,000 annually, with final compensation based on experience, qualifications and internal equity.
• This position is eligible for a Hybrid Schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing options
• Paid time off and holidays
• For additional information about our benefits, please click here

Our Commitment

Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law.

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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary.