AI Adoption Manager
Information TechnologyAll Practice AreasBoston, Charleston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Harrisburg, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York, Orange County, Pittsburgh, Seattle, Washington, DCJob Description
At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place. We are seeking an AI Adoption Manager to join the firm. The AI Adoption Manager drives AI integration and usage across the firm, focusing on Copilot and other AI tools. Responsibilities include training lawyers and allied professionals to enhance individual, practice, and departmental efficiency through the use of artificial intelligence. This role promotes AI literacy and adoption while supporting IT department change management initiatives. Compensation Salary $124,000 - $240,000 The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. In accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered. ABOUT THE FIRM K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world. The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals. For more information or to view other job opportunities, please click here to go back to our careers page. Notice: We participate in E-Verify in certain Firm locations for purposes of verifying employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. BENEFITS K&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Director of Business Transformation Office, Director of Enterprise Applications, IT Project Managers
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Managing and mentoring a team of change professionals and AI experts through proactive engagements, including meetings, goal setting, and performance evaluations. Establishing clear goals and expectations for the team. Creating team budgets, developing strategic plans, organizing resource planning, coordinating hardware/software planning, and preparing departmental reporting.
• Developing and delivering innovative training programs, workshops, and webinars to educate legal professionals and allied staff about AI technologies and their advantages.
• Creating educational materials and resources to enable employees to understand AI concepts and explore its practical applications effectively.
• Collaborating with change management teams to plan and track AI adoption, fostering a workplace culture that embraces artificial intelligence.
• Consulting with stakeholders to assess functional requirements for AI applications, ensuring solutions align with organizational needs and objectives.
• Creating use cases and prompt libraries tailored to departments and practices based on organizational requirements.
• Supporting the implementation of AI-enabled solutions, ensuring seamless integration into current workflows.
• Promoting AI within the firm by creating impactful presentations and facilitating engaging meetings showcasing success stories and identifying potential use cases.
• Gathering feedback on AI solutions to promote continuous improvement while ensuring technologies remain effective and relevant.
• Ensuring AI solutions comply with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards within the firm.
• Acting as the primary subject matter expert on AI implementation projects, AI advancements in the legal sector, and innovations in AI technology.
• Collaborating with teams and leaders across diverse firm functions, fostering AI adoption while enhancing automation and improving operational efficiency.
EXPERIENCE SKILLS REQUIRED
• Hold bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, or a related field
• Demonstrate expertise in AI and machine learning technologies, familiarity with AI-specific tools, and knowledge of cybersecurity principles effectively.
• Understand national and international laws, regulations, and ethical considerations related to artificial intelligence.
• Demonstrate proficiency with generative AI tools, including GPT, Gemini, LLaMA, CoPilot, and similar platforms.
• Evaluate functional requirements and perform data modeling and analytics effectively.
• Demonstrate exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills to convey complex AI concepts effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Require a minimum of 1 year experience in AI implementation or a closely related field.
• Demonstrate expertise in managing AI programs and applying project management methodologies.
• Work with artificial intelligence in a legal environment.