Project Manager – Law Department Operations; HYBRID

Job Description - Project Manager – Law Department Operations (HYBRID) )

At Equitable, we help clients secure their financial well‑being so they can pursue long and fulfilling lives— a mission we’ve honed since 1859.

The Equitable Law Department’s Mission is to serve as Equitable’s trusted counsel, empowering Equitable to pursue its noble purpose by upholding the highest standards, forging collaborative relationships, and delivering creative solutions.

At Equitable we have reimagined how we want to work and are guided by principles of inclusivity, flexibility, and connection. Come join us and enjoy working for a leading financial services company with an amazing and diverse culture! We offer a flexible hybrid office/remote work environment, and this position is located in our Syracuse, NY office.

Equitable is currently looking to hire a motivated and analytical entry‑level to junior‑level Project Manager for our Legal Operations team. As a key member of the team this role will work closely with Operations leadership and IT teams to manage multiple projects that align with our organization’s strategic goals, ensure the efficient delivery of legal services and manage resources effectively.

Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential?

• Assist with the development of project initiation documentation, including drafting project scopes, timelines, and resourcing proposals.
• Coordinate project tasks, track milestones, and ensure deadlines are met across various work streams using project management software like Microsoft Project.
• Document project minutes, actions, and decisions, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure accountability and progress.
• Assist members of the Operations team in mapping current legal workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and proposing opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Assist in documenting and standardizing legal processes, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency and audit readiness.
• Help create and maintain a repository of legal documents, templates, and best practices for knowledge sharing across the department.
• Support the evaluation, implementation, and maintenance of legal technology solutions, such as contract, document, and matter management platforms.
• Collect project data, analyze performance metrics (KPIs), and assist in creating dashboards and reports to inform data‑driven decision‑making for senior leadership.
• Provide basic user support and training on legal technologies and new processes as needed.
• Provide additional operations process and procedural support such as form and template design, workflow documentation development, and first‑level IT triage.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule in our Syracuse, NY office, with an on‑site presence of 2‑3 days per week combining flexibility with team collaboration.

The base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short‑term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.

For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please refer to the link below.

BA/BS in an operations management, business administration, or technology discipline from an accredited college/university or equivalent work experience.

• Prior project management or legal operations experience is preferred.
• Prior knowledge with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or Lean Six Sigma principles) or a project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP) is preferred.
• Prior experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira) and workflow tools (e.g., Microsoft Visio, Smart Draw) is preferred.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the…