Senior Associate Consultant, Corporate Legal Solutions

Harbor is seeking a Senior Associate Consultant to join our growing and fast paced advisory consulting team. The Advisory team within the Corporate Legal Solutions practice works with corporate law departments to provide a wide range of management consultant services focused on optimizing business strategies and improving operational performance through people, process, and service delivery transformation. You will support specific client engagements on a project-by-project basis.

You will embody core Harbor values by providing an excellent customer experience, developing current and future client relationships through service delivery that exceeds client expectations. This is a full-time, hybrid position working from our Chicago office. We are seeking an individual with a dynamic skill set who is willing and eager to jump into a variety of project types to help solve our clients’ strategy and operations business problems.

Responsibilities

: Work with Project Leadership to execute client engagements which may consist of collecting information, data analysis and research, creating reports and presentations. , financial and headcount data, process maps, survey data, qualitative written/verbal feedback). Produce thorough and accurate work product and written communications, leveraging business writing principles in collaboration with project leadership Utilize judgment to effectively manage time and anticipate project needs ensuring timely and efficient delivery.

Respond to client needs with direction and support to ensure high quality of service and satisfaction across projects. Educate yourself to understand our clients, their needs, and required deliverables. Supporting cross functional teams and initiatives that may extend beyond client engagements.

Qualifications

: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Requirements

listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelors degreed required, with preference given towards those with business or economics oriented degrees Relevant work experience within a professional services firm (preferred) including 2-4 years’ experience in a combination of the following: Big 4 or similar consulting environment Law department or law firm operations Outside counsel management Benchmarking and data analysis Legal resource optimization Permanent US work authorization Live in or be willing to relocate to Chicago immediately Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to engage both internal and client stakeholders.

Strong observational, analytical, numerical reasoning, business acumen, problem solving skills. Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize tasks, maintaining exacting standards for work product with keen attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and effectively handle multiple projects and clients.

Ability to build trust as a dependable resource within the project team. Positive, enthusiastic attitude and entrepreneurial spirit with an eagerness to quickly learn and develop new subject matter expertise and business skills. Intellectual curiosity and willingness to take feedback.

Although not anticipated often, occasional travel may be required (primarily domestic). About Us: Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 900+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights.