Project Coordinator

Dentons Business Services EMEA is the operational backbone of Dentons, one of the world's leading global law firms. The team supports legal teams across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa with top-tier business services, helping to deliver exceptional value to clients. Dentons is a polycentric international law firm with over 10,000 lawyers, embracing diversity across geography, cultures, and legal traditions, and committed to providing a flexible and inclusive work environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, technology management, or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in project coordination, project support, or related role.
• Experience working in a Project Management Office environment is highly desirable.
• Experience in legal services, professional services, or technology implementation environments is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional European language is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across organizational levels and external partners.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Experience with innovation projects, AI implementation, or technology transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of change management principles and practices.
• Understanding of legal industry trends, challenges, and innovation opportunities.
• Experience working in international or multi-jurisdictional environments.

Soft Skills:

• Proactive, self-motivated with strong ownership and accountability.
• Adaptable and flexible in fast-paced, changing environments with emerging technologies.
• Collaborative team player with positive attitude and growth mindset.
• Genuine interest in legal innovation, AI, and technology transformation.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and complex stakeholder environments.
• Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively across European markets.

Innovation & AI Project Support:

• Assist with coordination of AI implementation projects and technology enablement initiatives from scoping to closing according to timelines, governance, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities, resources, and information across multiple stakeholders including legal teams, technology partners, and business units across Europe.
• Schedule and organize project meetings, maintain project documentation, and track milestones and deliverables.

Communication & Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as primary point of contact for project-related inquiries across the Innovation & Intelligence portfolio.
• Facilitate communication and prepare/distribute regular project status updates and reports.
• Support management of strategic partnerships and vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Administrative & Documentation:

• Maintain comprehensive project files, records, and documentation per PMO standards.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and other project-related materials for stakeholders.
• Support documentation of innovation processes, AI deployment procedures, and technology implementation guidelines.

Process Improvement & PMO Framework Support:

• Support implementation and adherence to PMO methodologies, standards, and best practices for innovation and AI deployment.
• Assist in development and refinement of project management processes, templates, and frameworks specific to legal innovation.
• Monitor project compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and governance requirements.

Resource & Budget Tracking:

• Assist in tracking project budgets, expenses, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate procurement activities and support vendor management.
• Support contract negotiation processes and performance monitoring.