Business Director

2 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Greenberg Traurig Full time
Hybrid

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting employment opportunity for a Business Director in our Chicago office.

We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

Position Summary:


The Business Director will lead and manage the daily operations and administration for approximately 190 attorneys and 130 professional staff employees for the Chicago office and closely collaborate with the office's Managing Shareholders, the firm's Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officers to support and reinforce the culture, provide strong leadership for strategic initiatives, and implement firm-wide objectives.


Duties & Responsibilities:
Collaborates with Managing Shareholders, Talent Services (human resources), and other Business Directors and exercises judgment to ensure sound business practices, facilitative management, and positive culture in the office
Leads all Chicago operational/administrative managers, in conjunction with the managers' national department directors, including when multi-administrative department matters are encountered
Seeks opportunities to reduce the administrative load on Managing Shareholders by providing quick, concise, and accurate information while also anticipating their needs
Provides support to Practice Group Department Leaders on ad hoc operational issues, at the request of the Managing Shareholders
Routinely prepares officewide communications and policies, monitors adherence, and consistently and practically enforces compliance with those policies and firm policies
Collaboratively manages accounting/finance/revenue management functions of the office; develops and oversees office budgeting
Partners with the talent services and talent acquisition teams to attract, retain, and develop the office's talent both attorneys and professional staff
Leads the annual staff compensation review process
Assists with the facilitation of the annual associate compensation review process led by the Managing Shareholders
Liaisons with the marketing, technology, records management, office services, hospitality, reception, and facilities team to provide the highest degree of client service in the office and troubleshoots daily issues
Plays key role in expansion and renovations efforts and office space planning; manages office assignments and relocations (Note: Upcoming office move planned for spring 2025)
Continually reviews staffing levels to maintain effective staffing ratios and monitors paralegal usage and workflow as needed
Assists with integrating new attorneys, including lateral shareholders, into the firm; works with departing attorneys and administrative managers on exit procedures
Directly engages where and when needed to support office operational functions to ensure office needs and services are met
Reviews and approves/denies expense reports submitted for reimbursement by attorneys and staff in accordance with firm and office policies
Creates and fosters a collegial environment of teamwork and esprit de corps

Skills & Competencies:
Business acumen must include uncompromising integrity, sound leadership experience, and the ability to effectively manage change
Willingness and ability to adapt one's management and communication styles based on the situation, audience, and cultural needs
Excellent emotional intelligence, interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation
Analytical with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment, excellent listening and follow-up skills
Ability to apply financial information in a dynamic business environment to not only keep fundamentals strong, but to influence positive change
Proven success in working well, being influential, and communicating effectively with senior leadership and staff, including presenting ideas in a clear, succinct manner
Highly motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver on-time work products, and move projects along with minimal prompts
Adapt to a fast-paced, high pressure environment to achieve business goals and objectives
Strong attention to detail

Qualifications & Prior Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Organization Development, Human Resources, or related field required
Minimum of ten years of experience in a management or leadership position in a professional services organization
Strong business experience in human resources, accounting, finance, marketing, technology, and facilities management
Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

Greenberg Traurig is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.


Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield).

Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity.

The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes.

Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm's progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus.

We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program's alignment with the firm's commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone.

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Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.
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