Executive Director of Pro Bono

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for an Executive Director of Pro Bono. This position can be based out of our New York or Silicon Valley offices.

Together with Pro Bono Counsel and the Head of International Pro Bono, the Executive Director of Pro Bono is a strategic position responsible for implementing and overseeing Orrick's pro bono strategy, programs, and partnerships. This individual will work closely with Pro Bono Counsel and the Head of International Pro Bono to lead efforts to drive the firm's pro bono initiatives, and ensure they are impactful, aligned with the firm's values, and meaningfully engage attorneys and staff across all offices and practice areas. The Executive Director helps to navigate the conflicts/controversial case process for appropriate cases, including the process of securing necessary approvals. The Executive Director will also work closely with Pro Bono Counsel and the Head of International Pro Bono to implement Pro Bono programming and initiatives across all offices.

Strategic Program Leadership and Strategy

• Work in partnership with Pro Bono Counsel and the Head of International Pro Bono to manage and administer the pro bono program, including resource allocation and attorney participation
• Review current state of engagement, including a comprehensive audit of pro bono data, hours, matter types, engagement by practice/office, key partnerships and outcomes.
• Assess participation trends and examine policies related to pro bono program.
• Work with Pro Bono Counsel and the Head of International Pro Bono on any potential refining of the pro bono strategy that aligns with the firm's mission and culture.
• Partner with Pro Bono Counsel, the Head of International Pro Bono and the Pro Bono Committee to set annual goals, evaluate outcomes, and report on program impact.

Engagement and Participation

• Collaborate across stakeholder groups to build consensus and bridge diverse perspectives and priorities to successfully incentivize participation, align priorities, and execute high impact programming.
• Identify procedures that result in active partner engagement on pro bono and drive participation across all levels and offices.
• Coordinate recognition programs and ensure pro bono contributions are acknowledged within the firm's performance and advancement processes.

Partnerships

• Help foster collaborations with clients, corporate counsel, and external partners on joint pro bono initiatives.

Program Administration and Compliance

• Assist in managing/improving processes for case intake, matter management, and data tracking to ensure compliance with firm and client standards.
• Leverage key metrics, analytics, and dashboards to inform content and engagement strategy, and use a data driven approach to assess performance, engagement and outcomes.
• Prepare annual reports, internal updates, and external communications highlighting the firm's pro bono impact.
• Collaborate with Business Development to enhance the visibility of the firm's pro bono efforts.

Juris Doctor (JD) degree plus a minimum of 10 years of practice experience in legal, education, or professional services management.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $275,000 - $350,000

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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