Portfolio Manager – MSC

About the Opportunity

Leads and oversees the portfolio management of matters within the Mainstream Corporate (MSC) practice in London. Works closely with Business Managers, Gen AI team, BDM, Resource Managers, Finance and Pricing along with the Head of Matter Optimisation Corporate to manage matter health, provide on-going advice and guidance, align products and services and ensure the adoption of relevant tools – including AI - resourcing, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Matter Managers (MMs) to ensure overall matter health is maintained.
• Supports MMs throughout the matter lifecycle, including kick-off, ongoing management, and closing discussions.
• Assists in MM meetings, particularly for high-stakes matters.
• Facilitates action-driven follow-ups after meetings to keep the portfolio team informed, aligned and on track.
• Organises additional support from Business Teams and other in-practice teams, when needed to enhance matter management.

About You

Experience of working within and co-ordinating a practice in a professional services firm, preferably in the legal sector. Track record of working within and coordinating a practice in a professional services (working closely with partners, lawyers).

Eligibility

You will be welcomed into the Business Management team as a valued and integral member of the group. This team forms part of a globally connected function that plays a pivotal role in supporting the firm’s lawyers and practice groups to deliver outstanding client service, achieve operational excellence, and drive strategic initiatives forward.

Benefits

• Opportunity to be involved in strategic projects that drive innovation
• Support for health and wellbeing of employees
• Custom-fit career paths for personal development

About Company

Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices. Our environment fosters a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere where diversity and inclusivity are celebrated.