{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"49fd1be8bd2fbf255e751a6d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/49fd1be8bd2fbf255e751a6d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/49fd1be8bd2fbf255e751a6d","title":"Knowledge Management Manager, - Litigation","description":"Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.\nAt McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.\nWith us, you’ll find:\nA firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!\nEnthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.\nSupport to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.\n\nReal rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.\nJob Description:\nThe Knowledge Management Manager, Litigation (KM Manager) supports the development of the knowledge and innovation strategy and overall knowledge infrastructure for the Litigation Practice Group (Practice Group) and serves a necessary function for Practice Group attorneys to work more efficiently and effectively. This position works closely with the Director of Knowledge Management (Director) and Practice Group members to drive innovation, curate high value content, and play a vital role in the development of AI enhanced tools that support matter teams across all stages of litigation.\nEssential Functions and Responsibilities:\nOrganization and Dissemination of Knowledge\nCollaborate with the Director, other KM Managers, and IT to develop, test, and assess AI-powered platforms, custom AI tools, and other firm-wide KM resources\nCollaborate with Practice Group members to develop, test, and assess the utility and efficacy of Practice Group-specific KM resources that align with the Practice Group’s strategic priorities, including AI-powered platforms and tools\nWork with the Director and Practice Group members to coordinate and advertise rollouts of new AI-powered platforms and tools\nPromote awareness and utilization of the Practice Group’s full library of KM resources\nProactively identify gaps in the Practice Group’s knowledge assets and develop new resources to address those needs\nCollaborate with lawyers to organize and integrate existing knowledge content to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and information both within and outside of the Practice Group\nRespond to Practice Group requests for KM resources and support\nSupport the design, maintenance, and centralization of in-house KM resources, including the Federal District Court Case Hub, a searchable and regularly updated repository of information about the firm’s federal district court practice\nPerform other duties as assigned by the Director, KM Manager, and Practice Group\nManagement of Knowledge Management Resources\nManage contractors engaged in testing of AI tools and substantive updates to KM resources\nConduct regular reviews and audits of AI tools and other KM resources to ensure accuracy, currency, and relevance\nConsistently and effectively communicate the availability and location of the Practice Group’s AI tools and other KM resources\nCollaborate with the Senior Knowledge Operations Manager, the Director, and other KM Managers to gather, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative feedback to inform decisions on KM strategy and improvements\nDevelop and execute outreach plans to encourage substantive contributions to AI and KM resources\nCoordinate outreach to lawyers to contribute knowledge assets to internal KM libraries\nDevelop and oversee taxonomy for stored knowledge assets\nAI / Technology\nPilot and assess new AI and technology use cases\nHelp test and deploy technology to assist with analysis of litigation documents and large data stores, development of innovative litigation strategies, automation of document creation, assistance with legal research, and other tasks to support the Practice Group\nJob Specifications:\nJuris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school\nAt least three (3) years of legal experience, preferably in a large firm environment\nExperience developing AI agents, chatbots, or prompt-based systems using generative AI models (e.g., GPT-based systems) preferred\nExperience in employment litigation strongly preferred\nAdmitted to practice law in good standing in a location where McDermott has an office\nKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)\nStrong legal and regulatory research skills\nStrong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills\nStrong organizational skills\nAbility to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritize responsibilities\nAbility to handle and maintain confidential information\nAbility to learn new concepts and skills quickly\nStrong attention to detail\nStrong problem-solving skillsExperience reviewing regulatory board guidance, policies, and opinions\nDesire to develop creative solutions\nAbility to think outside the box\nGood judgment\nRelationship builder\nAble to work under pressure\nAbility to quickly pivot tasks\nWillingness to learn new technology\n-\nSuccessful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.\n\nTarget Hiring Range $131,000 - $203,000\n\nPlease note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment:\nThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nPhysical Demands:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear\nEmployee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds\nWork Environment:\nTypical indoor office environment\nDisclaimer:\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. 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McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.\nAt McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.\nWith us, you’ll find:\nA firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!\nEnthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.\nSupport to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.\n\nReal rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.\nJob Description:\nThe Knowledge Management Manager, Litigation (KM Manager) supports the development of the knowledge and innovation strategy and overall knowledge infrastructure for the Litigation Practice Group (Practice Group) and serves a necessary function for Practice Group attorneys to work more efficiently and effectively. This position works closely with the Director of Knowledge Management (Director) and Practice Group members to drive innovation, curate high value content, and play a vital role in the development of AI enhanced tools that support matter teams across all stages of litigation.\nEssential Functions and Responsibilities:\nOrganization and Dissemination of Knowledge\nCollaborate with the Director, other KM Managers, and IT to develop, test, and assess AI-powered platforms, custom AI tools, and other firm-wide KM resources\nCollaborate with Practice Group members to develop, test, and assess the utility and efficacy of Practice Group-specific KM resources that align with the Practice Group’s strategic priorities, including AI-powered platforms and tools\nWork with the Director and Practice Group members to coordinate and advertise rollouts of new AI-powered platforms and tools\nPromote awareness and utilization of the Practice Group’s full library of KM resources\nProactively identify gaps in the Practice Group’s knowledge assets and develop new resources to address those needs\nCollaborate with lawyers to organize and integrate existing knowledge content to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and information both within and outside of the Practice Group\nRespond to Practice Group requests for KM resources and support\nSupport the design, maintenance, and centralization of in-house KM resources, including the Federal District Court Case Hub, a searchable and regularly updated repository of information about the firm’s federal district court practice\nPerform other duties as assigned by the Director, KM Manager, and Practice Group\nManagement of Knowledge Management Resources\nManage contractors engaged in testing of AI tools and substantive updates to KM resources\nConduct regular reviews and audits of AI tools and other KM resources to ensure accuracy, currency, and relevance\nConsistently and effectively communicate the availability and location of the Practice Group’s AI tools and other KM resources\nCollaborate with the Senior Knowledge Operations Manager, the Director, and other KM Managers to gather, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative feedback to inform decisions on KM strategy and improvements\nDevelop and execute outreach plans to encourage substantive contributions to AI and KM resources\nCoordinate outreach to lawyers to contribute knowledge assets to internal KM libraries\nDevelop and oversee taxonomy for stored knowledge assets\nAI / Technology\nPilot and assess new AI and technology use cases\nHelp test and deploy technology to assist with analysis of litigation documents and large data stores, development of innovative litigation strategies, automation of document creation, assistance with legal research, and other tasks to support the Practice Group\nJob Specifications:\nJuris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school\nAt least three (3) years of legal experience, preferably in a large firm environment\nExperience developing AI agents, chatbots, or prompt-based systems using generative AI models (e.g., GPT-based systems) preferred\nExperience in employment litigation strongly preferred\nAdmitted to practice law in good standing in a location where McDermott has an office\nKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)\nStrong legal and regulatory research skills\nStrong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills\nStrong organizational skills\nAbility to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritize responsibilities\nAbility to handle and maintain confidential information\nAbility to learn new concepts and skills quickly\nStrong attention to detail\nStrong problem-solving skillsExperience reviewing regulatory board guidance, policies, and opinions\nDesire to develop creative solutions\nAbility to think outside the box\nGood judgment\nRelationship builder\nAble to work under pressure\nAbility to quickly pivot tasks\nWillingness to learn new technology\n-\nSuccessful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.\n\nTarget Hiring Range $131,000 - $203,000\n\nPlease note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment:\nThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nPhysical Demands:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear\nEmployee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds\nWork Environment:\nTypical indoor office environment\nDisclaimer:\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:58:58.966Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:58:58.966Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mcdermottwill","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Washington","addressRegion":"DC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"49fd1be8bd2fbf255e751a6d"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/49fd1be8bd2fbf255e751a6d"}}