Director of Transformation and Innovation Operations

The world’s leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach. 

Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies.

The Director of Transformation and Innovation Operations is a key leader responsible for driving organizational efficiency, operational resilience, and business transformation and innovation. This role collaborates with senior leadership to align business strategies, optimize workflows, and execute high-impact initiatives that enhance the Firm’s technology, legal service delivery, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience in operational strategy, financial oversight, technology-driven innovation, and governance.

• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, ensuring data transformation and innovation operations align with the Firm’s strategic plan, transformation and innovation goals, and risk mitigation strategies. 
• Support the development and implementation of firm-wide transformation and innovation initiatives, including workflow modernization, automation, and AI-driven process enhancements. 
• Oversee annual strategic planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation, delivering metric based reporting around ROI, adoption, and delivery 
• Drive adoption of data-driven decision-making and process optimization to improve agility and cross-functional collaboration across the Firm.
• Establish and refine governance structures, workflows, and project management frameworks to drive operational effectiveness, streamline decision-making, and improve cross-functional collaboration.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of transformation and innovation initiatives, ensuring the successful implementation of scalable, technology-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and legal service delivery. 
• Manage timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations to drive firm-wide adoption of new tools and digital processes. 
• Ability to oversee a multi-million-dollar budget, aligning financial strategies with transformational investments and operational improvements. Lead financial forecasting, budget planning, and cost optimization efforts to maximize return on investment (ROI) and ensure long-term sustainability.
• Supervise and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of high performance, innovation, and strategic execution. Oversee workforce planning, leadership training, and career growth initiatives to build long-term organizational strength and expertise.
• Partner with legal and business services leadership to drive technology adoption, manage change initiatives, and ensure seamless execution of transformation and innovation efforts.
• Develop and deliver executive-level reports and presentations that communicate the impact of operational improvements and strategic initiatives.

• 10+ years of experience in operations management, strategy, or technology leadership roles.
• Strong expertise in strategic business operations, risk management, and organizational transformation and innovation.
• Experience managing large-scale budgets, financial planning, and cost optimization strategies.
• Proven track record in technology and innovation initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with experience advising senior executives and Board members.
• Knowledge of IT governance, security frameworks (NIST, ISO27001), and ability to manage third party audits.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to drive adoption of new technologies and processes, ensuring smooth transitions through structured change management strategies and stakeholder collaboration. 
• Strong experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives with a focus on agile methodologies, resource allocation, and risk mitigation. 
• Ability to understand emerging technologies, automation, AI, and legal tech solutions, with a strategic mindset for improving business operations and service delivery. 
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to senior leadership, partners, and cross-functional teams. 
• Experience in budget planning, financial forecasting, and cost optimization, ensuring alignment between operational investments and business goals.

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