Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems and Data

Job Description

Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems and Data

Position Type:   

Full Time

Exempt

Offsite (work in-office based on business needs.) Must be within commutable distance to the office

Schedule: Mondays - Fridays; 8:30 AM (PST) - 5:30 PM (PST)

Location:         Los Angeles

Residency Requirements: 

Washington D.C.: For all positions based in the Washington, D.C. office, residency within Washington D.C., Maryland or Virginia and within a reasonable commutable distance to the assigned office is required depending on the firm's discretion and the nature of the role.

Los Angeles and San Francisco Offices: For all positions based in the Los Angeles and San Francisco offices, residency within the state of California and within a reasonable commutable distance to the assigned office is required depending on the firm's discretion and the nature of the role.

Salary Range:         $160,000.00 - $190,000.00 *

*The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position.  The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire.  The posted range is only one component of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP’s Total Rewards package.

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We are a talent-first Firm and are always looking for great people. We encourage you to apply even if the level of this position is not an exact match to your qualifications. This may not guarantee your placement into the opening; however, it is always worth exploring if there is an opportunity for the future.

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The Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems, and Data (ISD) serves as the primary execution and people leader of the firm’s ISD department and provides technical leadership and operational oversight of the team, systems, and technical initiatives that support firmwide operations. Reporting to the Director of Innovation, Systems, and Data (ISD), the Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems, and Data (ISD) works closely with departmental stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of technology solutions, data initiatives, and system integrations that enhance efficiency, improve data-driven decision making, and support the firm’s strategic objectives.

This Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems, and Data (ISD) role provides direct leadership and supervision to the ISD team, manages the department’s project portfolio, and contributes technical expertise in enterprise systems, data architecture, integrations, and automation initiatives. The Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems, and Data (ISD) partners with the Director to translate strategic priorities into operational execution while ensuring the successful delivery of projects and the continued advancement of the firm’s technology ecosystem.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

DEPARTMENT LEADERSHIP & TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for the ISD department, executing against strategy and priorities established by the Director of ISD.
• Directly manage and supervise a team of technical professionals responsible for systems administration, data analytics, development, and technical project management.
• Oversee team workload allocation, performance management, coaching, and professional development.
• Participate in the hiring process for new team members and contribute to staffing and organizational planning.
• Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture that promotes accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

PROJECT PORTFOLIO & OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT

• Oversee the ISD project portfolio, ensuring projects are effectively planned, prioritized, and executed in alignment with departmental and firm priorities.
• Coordinate with the Director to prioritize work across the department and ensure optimal resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and risks while ensuring successful delivery of system implementations, integrations, and enhancements.
• Implement and maintain governance processes defined in partnership with the Director of ISD for technology initiatives, system configuration, and data management practices.

SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE & TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP

• Provide technical leadership in the design and implementation of enterprise solutions, integrations, and data infrastructure.
• Advise on architectural decisions, system design, and integration strategies across the firm’s technology ecosystem.
• Advise on system architecture decisions related to data modeling, APIs, automation, and enterprise integrations.
• Maintain familiarity with the firm’s technology stack in order to provide technical guidance and support when needed.

DATA, AUTOMATION, AND PROCESS OPTIMIZATION

• Lead initiatives that improve operational efficiency through automation, process optimization, and improved system utilization.
• Support the development of firmwide reporting and data analytics solutions using tools such as Power BI and enterprise data platforms.
• Promote data quality, data governance practices, and the expansion of data-driven decision making across the firm.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows through system enhancements and automation solutions.

TECHNOLOGY EVALUATION & STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATION

• Partner with professional departments across the firm to understand operational needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Represent the ISD department in cross-functional initiatives related to execution, delivery, and operational coordination.
• Communicate project updates, system improvements, and technical initiatives to stakeholders and leadership as appropriate.
• Support evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies, including automation and generative AI solutions.

Tools

• Microsoft Azure (including Azure Data Factory, Purview, and more)
• Microsoft Power BI
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Workday
• Power BI
• Legal Systems
• Emerging technologies including AI and Generative AI tools

Minimum Job Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in information systems management.
• Demonstrated experience managing technical teams and overseeing complex technology initiatives.
• Experience working with enterprise systems and integrations in a professional services environment (law firm experience strongly preferred).
• Power BI
• Legal Systems
• Proficiency in APIs, integrations, and ETL processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to understand business context and translate business requirements into effective technical and operational solutions.
• Strong business process engineering and process improvement skills, with the ability to analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and design technology-enabled solutions.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to gather, clarify, and refine requirements while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Experience bridging business and technical teams, ensuring that technology solutions effectively address operational needs.
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and as part of a team.

Physical Demands

Writing, typing, reading, speaking, hearing, seeing, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions

Quiet office environment in a high-rise building, seated the majority of the time

Direct Reports

Less than 10

Competencies

• Communicates effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Being resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Drives results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Situational adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this job classification.

The Senior Manager of Innovation, Systems, and Data (ISD)role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today’s world.

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About Munger, Tolles & Olson

Munger, Tolles & Olson has topped The American Lawyer’s A-List a record eleven times, and maintains the highest average A-List ranking in the history of the award.

We strive to hire only the most qualified and creative lawyers. We believe that clerkships provide valuable experience. In this regard, nearly 75% of our lawyers and over 80% of our litigators served as law clerks to federal or state judges and sixteen attorneys were clerks to U.S. Supreme Court Justices. We recruit and retain the best professional talent to support our Attorneys with a focus on service and excellence. We have a full spectrum of functional positions including Information Technology, Information Security, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal Support, and Marketing.

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MTO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles (for example, braids, locks, and twists), color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, marital or domestic partner status, parental or family care status, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability or medical condition, genetic characteristic, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  It is the policy of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP to prohibit discrimination, unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment), and retaliation.  This commitment prohibits such conduct by any individual involved in MTO’s operations and by anyone doing business with or on behalf of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP.

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