Practice Management Analyst, Corporate

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.The Practice Management Analyst supports the financial performance management of the Corporate Department. This role analyzes and provides guidance to members regarding the financial performance of their practices. The role entails coordination and collaboration across a number of the firm’s business professionals.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Proactively analyze the financial performance of corporate members’ clients, matters and overall practiceParticipate in periodic meetings with members to review the economic performance of practice and prepare materials for those meetingsProvide members with guidance on enhancing the economic performance of their practicesIdentify and track action items for members for improving the financial performance of their practicesCoordinate with other functional teams as needed, including:FP&A for additional financial analysesAccount Managers to address billing and collections issuesPricing and Legal Project Management on fee arrangements and matter managementCareer Development on legal staffing needsHR and Professional Development on training needs and associate performance issuesIT and Innovation on technology and tools for serving clientsEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s degree requiredMinimum five years’ experience in roles such as financial analyst, paralegal, or equivalent business professional positionLaw firm experience is strongly preferredStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with PowerBI and Smartsheet preferredExperience analyzing financial data and translating analysis into actionable insightsExcellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skillsHighly effective communicator with strong writing, presentation, and interpersonal skillsFlexible, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlinesPossesses a strong ability to work successfully across multiple functional teams in the firmThe primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:Palo Alto, San Francisco: $81,600 – $110,400 per year.Century City, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Seattle: $73,100 – $98,900 per year.The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.Benefits information can be found here. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).