Role OverviewA prestigious and rapidly growing law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal Manager to join its leadership team in Birmingham, Alabama. This is a highly visible opportunity for a proven legal professional who thrives on leading teams, developing talent, and driving operational excellence.
What You Will Do
Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 55 paralegals, foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence, and conduct performance evaluations, career development discussions, and employee coaching.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate is a people-first leader who can inspire teams, build strong relationships with attorneys, and create the structure and processes that support a thriving legal environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10+ years of paralegal experience within a law firm environment
- 3+ years of leadership experience managing or supervising paralegals
- Strong understanding of law firm operations and legal support functions
- Experience managing productivity, utilization, and billable hour metrics
- Exceptional communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to influence at all levels of an organization, from staff members to executive leadership
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