LPM Data & Analytics Senior Analyst

The LPM Data & Analytics Senior Analyst supports the delivery of solutions that advance the firm’s Client Ops & LPM capabilities. The role is focused on designing and developing sophisticated financial reporting and analytics solutions using Strategy and other business intelligence, financial and AI-enabled technologies. A key area of focus is advancing the firm’s reporting capabilities through polished, scalable and interactive dashboards that deliver clear, actionable insights to partners and clients. Working in partnership with Client Ops & LPM stakeholders, as well as the firm’s Business Intelligence, Knowledge Management, Business Development, Finance and Legal Technology teams, the Senior Analyst translates business needs and strategic priorities into practical, scalable solutions. This includes developing dashboards and other tools aligned with the needs of the firm’s key clients and practices; applying thoughtful data visualization and data storytelling principles; and enabling proactive performance monitoring, risk identification and matter management. The Senior Analyst also helps identify opportunities to leverage automation, AI and emerging technologies to deliver increasingly intuitive, insightful and differentiated client experiences. Responsibilities:

• Develops and applies a strong working knowledge of firm systems, financial data and reporting infrastructure to design and deliver high-quality reporting and analytics solutions, with particular emphasis on Strategy and other business intelligence, financial and AI-enabled tools.
• Collaborates with Client Ops & LPM colleagues to gather and refine business requirements and apply data visualization, data storytelling and user experience principles to develop polished, partner- and client-ready dashboards, reporting solutions and matter management tools.
• Develops a strong working knowledge of the team’s tech stack, including reporting, templates and tools, and recommends enhancements, new capabilities and scalable approaches based on evolving partner, client and team needs. Identifies gaps and recommends priorities for the Infrastructure & Innovation Team.
• Develops and applies strong knowledge of legal project management, legal financial management and client operations concepts to inform reporting and analytics solutions.
• Continually builds subject-matter expertise through team engagement, firm and industry training, and ongoing awareness of emerging technologies and market practices.
• Maintains Client Ops & LPM tool libraries, best practices and related documentation. Identifies opportunities to improve scalability, consistency, automation and user experience and partners with colleagues to implement enhancements.
• Builds strong working relationships across Business Intelligence, Finance, Legal Technology and other business support functions. Effectively communicates business requirements, technical considerations and project needs across teams and contributes to the successful delivery of cross-functional solutions.
• Identifies opportunities to leverage AI, automation and emerging technologies to enhance reporting, analytics and matter management capabilities. Research, test and evaluate new approaches and develops recommendations for practical, scalable applications within the Client Ops & LPM portfolio.

• Demonstrates interest in the intersection of technology and law and enthusiasm for problem-solving through technology
• Works proactively and responsively, offers suggestions and continually seeks more efficient and effective approaches.
• Works independently, understands how details affect the broader context and connects technology to business objectives.
• Interacts effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel, including members of the LPM team and other business support.
• Adapts quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities; able to work on teams in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and handle multiple, detailed tasks.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Takes ownership of deliverables, follows through on issues and escalates concerns appropriately.
• Demonstrates excellent listening, writing and proofreading skills, along with effective methods for validating data quality.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of the firm’s internal affairs and client information. Understands the ethics of the position including ethical rules regarding confidentiality, billing and client representation and advocacy.
• Works effectively in a multi-office environment.
• Works effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment., * Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field required, master’s degree in computer science or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 5-7 years relatable experience is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in business intelligence software (e.g., Strategy, Tableau, PowerBI), Excel, SQL and database management required.
• The candidate must highly organized and a team player.

Ropes & Gray is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our business support team members. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.

Boston, Chicago & Washington, D.C.: $117,200 - $178,700

New York: $127,900 - $195,000 Working Conditions:

This position requires hybrid on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Consistent and predictable on-site presence is required for ongoing business continuity, professional development and effective collaboration with colleagues and management.

Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm. The firm has been ranked in the top three on The American Lawyer’s prestigious A-List for eight consecutive years and #1 on Law.com’s UK A-List twice in the past three years-rankings that honor the “best of the best” law firms.

The firm has approximately 2,500 lawyers and professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology, and government in Boston, Chicago, Dublin, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Milan, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Tokyo and Washington, D.C.

The firm has consistently been recognized for its leading practices in many areas, including asset management, private equity, M&A, finance, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.