Knowledge & Innovation Specialist- 3561014

Job Title: Knowledge & Innovation Specialist

Location: New York, NY 10019

Salary/Payrate: $95K-$115K annually, bonus and AWESOME
benefits!!!

Work Environment: Hybrid (#1 of days WFH)

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor’s degree required: Yes

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $1,000 should the person you refer
gets hired

Job Description:

Our client, an AMLaw 50 firm, is looking to add a Knowledge &
Innovation Specialist to their team in New York City. This is a
full time, direct hire role paying an annual salary of $95K to
$115K plus a performance-based bonus and excellent benefits
package. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and will allow for
remote work one day a week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Knowledge Management:

* Own and manage internal corporate and transactional databases,
libraries, portals, and resource centers, ensuring accuracy,
usability, alignment with practice group needs and advances in
technology.
* Integrate AI tools to enable smarter benchmarking, document
libraries, and data-driven insights
* Create and keep up to date training programs and process guides
that standardize workflows and promote continuous learning.

Project Management:

* Implement structured processes for database and resource center
maintenance, including audits, updates, and enhancements.
* Coordinate work with K&I Assistants and interns to prioritize
tasks and maintain quality standards.
* Collaborate across teams and functions to keep K&I initiatives
on track.

Innovation & AI Integration:

* Promote AI integration.
* Identify opportunities for automation and innovation.
* Support the evaluation and implementation of AI tools and other
technology solutions.
* Contribute to innovation initiatives that enhance lawyer
productivity and client service delivery.

Additional Responsibilities:.

* Complete other projects as assigned.
* Create dashboards and reports to transform raw firm data into
actionable insights.
* Contribute to communication and change management efforts to
drive awareness and engagement with new resources and
technologies.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

* Undergraduate degree from an accredited university or college.
* At least 2 years of professional experience in a knowledge
management, innovation, or legal technology role.
* Law firm experience, particularly in a corporate or
transactional practice environment, strongly preferred.
* Experience with data analytics, reporting or data architecture
in a professional services context is a plus.

Competencies:

* Project Management Skills: Strong organizational capabilities
with demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent
initiatives, coordinate across teams, and meet deadlines.
* Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and
verbal communication skills with ability to explain technical
concepts in user-friendly terms. Strong interpersonal skills with
ability to build relationships with lawyers, business
professionals, and technology vendors.
* Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities: Demonstrated
problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot issues,
analyze data, and develop process improvements. Strong analytical
and critical thinking skills.
* Collaboration & Mentorship: Ability to guide, train, and mentor
junior team members. Experience fostering collaborative team
environments.
* Attention to Detail: Highly developed organizational skills,
sound judgment, and attention to detail in managing knowledge
assets and databases.
* Change Management: Experience supporting change initiatives
(e.g., new tools, new processes, or policy changes), including
stakeholder engagement, communications, and feedback gathering.
* Self-Starter: Proactive approach with strong sense of urgency
and professional dedication. Ability to work independently while
seeking guidance on complex matters when appropriate.
* Adaptability: Flexibility in fast-paced environments requiring
responsiveness to changing priorities.
* Legal Technology Proficiency: High level of comfort with
technology and curiosity about legal tech and emerging tools.
Interest and understanding of current technologies including AI,
workflow automation, and legal-specific applications preferred.
Ability to quickly learn new systems and explain their value in
plain language.
* Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite,
including Excel. `Familiarity with data visualization tools
(e.g., Power BI), collaboration technologies, and database
management systems preferred.