Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney (Labor & Employment)

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Knowledge Management & Innovation (KMI) Attorney to join the Labor & Employment Practice Service Center (PSC). This role focuses on driving business transformation and operational efficiency through innovative solutions that align with the firm's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary KM and Innovation liaison to the Labor & Employment PSC.
• Lead and advise the PSC in identifying opportunities for technology-driven improvements and process optimization.
• Act as a subject matter expert, fostering collaboration between KM, IT, and practice teams to evaluate and implement innovative solutions, including AI tools.
• Identify, assess, and pilot new and existing legal technology tools based on PSC needs.
• Prototype and demonstrate technology solutions, including AI and document automation platforms.
• Capture and relay user feedback to enhance KM solutions and drive continuous improvement.
• Champion technology adoption and positive organizational change, ensuring successful project delivery.
• Support pilots, beta tests, and business development initiatives to promote the firm’s KM program and innovative practices.
• Develop and deliver training, workshops, and support materials to drive user engagement and adoption.
• Vet, plan, and execute KM and innovation projects, ensuring alignment with firm goals and ROI.
• Document, track, and report on project progress in collaboration with the KM Project Management Team.
• Monitor legal technology trends and participate in relevant firm and industry events.
• Develop and refine document automation prototypes, ensuring integration with databases and user-friendly interfaces.
• Implement customization features and feedback mechanisms for continuous tool improvement.
• Conduct live demonstrations, pilot programs, and share success stories to illustrate value and drive adoption of KM developed tools, AI tools, and other legal technology collaborations.

Requirements

• J.D. and a 4-year degree in a relevant field required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney or in KM/innovation within professional services.
• Proven experience with legal technology, project management, and business planning.
• Demonstrated ability to work on cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and innovative mindset.

Benefits

Employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.