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Senior Practice Manager, Corporate

McCarter & English is seeking a Senior Practice Manager for any of our office lo...

Location

United States , Boston; East Brunswick; Hartford; Indianapolis; Miami; New York; Newark; Philadelphia; Stamford; Trenton; Washington, DC; Wilmington

Salary:

180000.00 - 195000.00 USD / Year

McCarter & English

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years (or 3 years with an MBA or Juris Doctor from a top institution) of operations, strategy, practice, or engagement management experience
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent years of relevant experience
Advanced communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate with a cross-functional team of clients, senior partners, junior team members, business professional staff, other outside counsel, and vendors
A record of implementing pragmatic, creative, and effective solutions to scale a business line, product, or service with a particular emphasis on client satisfaction, financial performance, and value creation through execution
Adept with change management methodologies that produce measurable results by identifying which levers drive outcomes, influencing partners, and inspiring others
Entrepreneurial mindset that enjoys experimentation, is comfortable with ambiguity, and has stamina and grit
Willingness to challenge assumptions and propose alternative, bold solutions
Flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays

Job Responsibility

Assess partner write-off requests to reinforce sound financial judgment and recommend appropriate actions to achieve strong service delivery and performance
Evaluate new business intake requests for strategic and financial risk, recommending mitigation measures and collaborating with Firm Counsel to support client acceptance decisions
Spearhead talent development efforts by overseeing associate performance evaluations, aligning staffing models to the growth plan, upskilling timekeepers, and optimizing employee onboarding
Liaise with Human Resources and Lateral Partner Recruiting to secure resources and track ROI
Drive practice performance by leading assignment allocation, translating client expectations into clear quality standards, and delivering high-caliber client service
Design repeatable playbooks for M&A transactions and run post-deal retrospectives to capture lessons learned
Build dashboards that propel the growth strategy with an emphasis on live deal progress, client experience, workforce management, write-offs, and profitability
Support the implementation, use, and further development of technology and workflows that integrate strategic thinking and operational effectiveness into the culture of the practice
Advise the partners on a multi-year business growth plan, including market segmentation, competitive positioning, pricing models, and new legal service and product development
Manage quarterly objectives and financial forecasting in support of partners’ P&L ownership responsibilities by defining and monitoring KPIs and producing quality insights for firm management meetings

What we offer

Eligibility for discretionary bonus
Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution
Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage
Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)
Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Fulltime

Innovation Design Senior Manager

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Design Innovation, the Senior Innovatio...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

123500.00 - 206750.00 USD / Year

Pepsico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 6 years (recent) in a strategic design role
Bachelors degree in Product Design, Graphic Design, Architecture, Engineering, and/or Business or equivalent years of experience
Proven experience in Brand Strategy, Design Strategy, Innovation & Product Development
Proven track record of strong leadership, team management skills and a strategic acumen
Superior project management and design management skills
attention to detail
Compelling presentation and proposal skills
Proven ability to multi-task, work in ambiguous and dynamic work environment
is comfortable with risk and uncertainty
Must be willing and able to travel 20% of the time

Job Responsibility

Working in collaboration with cross functional team members to effectively develop and deliver business & design strategies and compelling designed experiences (brand, product, packaging, retail, merchandising) that have strategic business value
Responsible for the delivery of effective design thinking & innovation projects for PepsiCo’s businesses
Partner with teams in delivering strategies that can identify new opportunities, new products, and new experience that deliver against business goals
Translate those strategies into testable prototypes and evaluate them against desirability, feasibility, viability, and sustainability
Manage the ambiguity inherent in innovation & design processes
Provide input into innovation & design proposals, to execute against creative engagements and visualize the desired creative output
Pollinate design thinking within the organization through practical design methodologies, solving complex business problems and uncovering transformation opportunities
Lead strategy, planning, project management
Lead projects and engage with a variety of stakeholders to get input and assess options
Synthesize research and business needs to ensure identified opportunities & design strategies result in sustainable growth and returns

What we offer

Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life)
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Business Process Innovation

Under general direction, with a high level of autonomy, uses extensive knowledge...

Location

United States , St Petersburg

Salary:

Not provided

Raymond James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience
Knowledge of company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies
Knowledge of project management methodology
Knowledge of process improvement analysis and business process management
Knowledge of principles of finance and securities industry operations
Knowledge of financial markets and products
Knowledge of performance management
Skill in analyzing business processes and identifying process improvement opportunities
Skill in developing complex business cases
Skill in developing and implementing process improvement methodology

Job Responsibility

Consults with management and other process owners, including branches, to identify and define process improvement opportunities
Develops and presents business cases to senior management sponsors
Drives process improvements, including identifying causes of process inefficiencies, designing process re-engineering solutions, and developing business and technical requirements
Works with product managers and information technology groups to create system requirements that will facilitate processes
moves projects through to implementation
Leads, coaches, mentors, and trains others in using established process improvement methodology
Maintains regular contact with internal customers to identify, research, and resolve issues
Ensures effective coordination occurs between assigned functional area(s) and other areas
Prepares and delivers written and oral presentations to senior management, including periodic reporting on work progress, project completions and additional ad-hoc reporting as required
Ensures policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements are considered in process reviews

Fulltime

Pc Men'S Innovation Senior Formulation Design Assistant Manager

The Deodorants category is a key part of the Unilever Personal Care Business Gro...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

Unilever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ability to work autonomously and flexibly as part of a cross-functional team
Deodorants Formulation chemistry – understanding of ingredients, ability to modify and manipulate formulations, including knowledge of formats and benefit technologies
Developed digital and data management skills
Working knowledge of SAP
Strong analytical ability to analyse and interpret data and use it to make data backed recommendations
Deep understanding of Unilever and key competitor's global product portfolio
Basic intellectual property understanding
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Entrepreneurial drive and passion to deliver growth

Job Responsibility

Lead the formulation work-stream in multiple projects to deliver formulation changes which are safe, compatible with packaging and supply chain, and meet consumer and brand requirements. Ensure the products undergo relevant technical testing
structuring, capturing and interpreting data as required
Support Technical Project Leaders on all aspects of project management working across multiple projects. Deputise when required and ensure Business Units and cross-functional partners receive good levels of project support and communication
Coordinate the creation of project management technical documentation by gathering cross-functional and regional / country input. Ensure all project risks are clearly identified and highlighted to stakeholders and within the project team. Input all formulation and R&D information to decision gate documents and ensure documentation is available to support claims, regulations and endorsements
Use digital approaches, dashboards and AI to structure, connect and analyse data and identify insights that drive greater efficiency and better decision‑making in innovation project delivery. Inspires team members to adopt digital-first practices and methodologies across the digital space
Demonstrate strong understanding of the global product portfolio and identify opportunities for simplification and cost efficiency
Lead and support the work plan for Formulation Technicians within the team, including training and coaching. Delegate and set laboratory work where appropriate
Actively participate in departmental initiatives, processes and maintain high standards of laboratory housekeeping and safety. Supports training and provides technical support for colleagues
Champion Axe new product mixes to ensure alignment with defined consumer needs. Support the delivery of technical storytelling and activation for innovation projects across relevant customers and channels

What we offer

Competitive salary and pension scheme
annual bonus
subsidised gym membership
discounted staff shop
shares
flexible and hybrid working environment
possible flexible working options
wellbeing support including hubs, programmes and development opportunities

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Women’s Sports & Portfolio Innovation

GEICO is seeking a Senior Manager, Women’s Sports & Portfolio Innovation to join...

Location

United States , Chevy Chase; New York City

Salary:

121975.00 - 189625.00 USD / Year

Geico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience across a combination of sports and experiential marketing
Strategic and landscape expertise across both traditional and non-traditional Women’s Sports partnerships
Ability to activate at both the local and national levels
Experience managing long and short-term brand/talent ambassador deals from ideation to execution
Proven ability to build and manage multi-year sponsorship portfolios at scale
Experience managing and partnering with multiple external agencies and internal cross-functional partners across sports, experiential, media, analytics and creative
Ability to operationalize GEICO’s sports and marketing practice – redesigning more efficient processes, workflows, and communications
A detail-oriented individual with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with competing deadlines

Job Responsibility

Architect GEICO’s Women's Sports Playbook with ownership across the vision, design, launch and execution of our Women’s Sports strategy
Ensure Women’s Sports partnerships are deeply integrated across GEICO’s external marketing ecosystem and local marketing efforts, as well as its internal associate engagement strategies
Lead the ideation and execution for groundbreaking and high-impact, consumer-focused campaigns across Women’s Sports
shape authentic brand storytelling that elevates athletes, fans, and the brand
Cultivate premier partnerships by serving as the primary steward and relationship lead for key Women’s Sports sponsorships and talent agreements
Monitor the Women’s Sports ecosystem – from league expansion to new ownership models to media platforms – to proactively position GEICO ahead of the market
Build a multi-year portfolio innovation roadmap that balances foundation partnerships with emerging opportunities and future-forward bets
Establish clear investment guardrails, workflows, and decision frameworks to guide portfolio growth
Translate long-range strategy into annual planning, activation roadmaps, and budget requirements – serve as a strategic advisor to our leadership team
Create a disciplined test-and-scale framework to pilot new leagues, formats, platforms, and talent – with the ability to rapidly expand what’s working

What we offer

Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation
a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match
performance and recognition-based incentives
and tuition assistance
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Value & Access Analytics - Cross Portfolio & Innovation

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Senior Manager, Cross-Portfolio & Inn...

Location

United States , Thousand Oaks

Salary:

157780.40 - 213467.60 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate degree and 2 years of experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering (any), Science (any), Data Science, Statistics or related field
Master’s degree and 4 years of experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering (any), Science (any), Data Science, Statistics or related field
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering (any), Science (any), Data Science, Statistics or related field
Associate’s degree and 10 years of experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering (any), Science (any), Data Science, Statistics or related field
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering (any), Science (any), Data Science, Statistics or related field

Job Responsibility

Partner with the Value & Access Insights team to develop and own the V&A Insights data strategy, establishing a clear roadmap for how the team's data assets are connected, governed, and activated across the portfolio
Lead and shape the V&A data strategy, including anticipating and managing changes in data feeds driven by evolving policy changes and increasing adoption of net price–based contracting models
Identify gaps and redundancies across existing V&A data sources and develop a plan to close them
Design and implement data integration frameworks that enable innovative analytics across the portfolio
Partner with IT and other cross-functional stakeholders to build scalable data infrastructure aligned to V&A's analytical needs
Work in close collaboration with Project Polaris to define and execute an integrated enterprise data strategy
In partnership with HEOR and CFoR teams, identify opportunities to enrich V&A datasets and enable access to new and emerging data sources that improve analytics and decision-making capabilities
Champion data quality standards and governance practices that ensure V&A data assets are reliable and fit for strategic decision-making
Communicate data strategy decisions and analytical findings with clarity and executive presence — adapting depth and framing to the audience, from data engineers to senior commercial leaders
Demonstrate deep working knowledge of the pharmaceutical data ecosystem relevant to V&A — including prescription data (e.g., IQVIA NPA), outlet data (e.g., IQVIA DDD), medical and pharmacy claims (e.g., Symphony Claims, IQVIA LAAD), and other internal and external sources such as MDH, formulary coverage, specialty pharmacy, and HUB data

What we offer

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible

Fulltime

Senior Manager Senior Scrum Master

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master with strong technical capabilities to...

Location

India , Pune

Salary:

Not provided

Vodafone

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Scrum Master operating within agile methodologies
Strong understanding of agile frameworks and experience working within high‑performing agile teams
Expertise in producing burn‑down charts, backlog maps, and other agile metrics
Experience with continuous delivery processes and associated tools
Strong communication, problem‑solving, and innovation abilities
Experience coaching developers, testers, and DevOps engineers
Team management experience for groups of 10 or more members
Hands‑on technical background in React.js, Node.js, Java/C#, and AWS environments
Experience with Jenkins, Maven, GitHub/GitLab, JIRA, and Confluence
Familiarity with DevOps concepts and security practices

Job Responsibility

Enforce Scrum processes and ensure effective execution of stand‑ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Support the team in identifying, managing, and removing internal and external impediments
Coach team members in agile principles to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of valuable, high‑quality product features
Supervise a cross‑functional team performing development, testing, and DevOps activities
Ensure timely, secure, and high‑quality delivery in alignment with organisational commitments
Collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders to maintain transparency and engagement
Track delivery KPIs and ensure performance against agreed outcomes
Align team goals with organisational objectives and foster a culture of improvement
Contribute technically through solution design, high‑level design creation, code reviews, and hands‑on delivery (approximately 80% technical, 20% Scrum and people management)

What we offer

Opportunities to work across agile, engineering, DevOps, and cloud environments
Exposure to cross‑functional project delivery and continuous delivery pipelines
Experience collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders within a global organisation

Senior Manager Senior Scrum Master

We are seeking a skilled Scrum Master with strong full stack development experie...

Location

India , Pune

Salary:

Not provided

Vodafone

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Scrum Master working with Agile methodologies
Strong knowledge of agile practices and frameworks
Demonstrated expertise in burn-down charts, backlog mapping, and agile reporting
Experience with continuous delivery tools and processes
Excellent communication, problem-solving and innovation abilities
Experience managing teams of 10+ members in an inclusive and collaborative manner
Ability to coach developers, testers and DevOps engineers
Strong technical background with hands-on expertise in React.js, Node.js, C# or Java
Solid practical experience working on AWS Cloud
Proficiency with tools such as Jenkins, Maven, GitHub/GitLab

Job Responsibility

Enforce and uphold Scrum practices, ensuring smooth execution of daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Support the team by removing internal and external impediments that may impact delivery
Coach agile teams to adopt best practices and deliver high‑value, high‑quality product features
Supervise a cross-functional team performing development, testing, and DevOps activities
Ensure secure, on-time, and high‑quality delivery aligned with agreed KPIs
Collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders to maintain clarity and communication
Align team goals with organisational priorities while driving continuous improvement
Contribute individually through solution design, high-level design creation, code reviews, and hands-on development

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