Automation Project Manager

As an Automation Project Manager at Mandarich Law Group, LLP, your main responsibilities will include leading a team of technical staff to maintain existing automation systems, designing and implementing new automation solutions, and collaborating across departments to drive efficiency. You'll be tasked with developing, testing, and monitoring automated workflows as well as troubleshooting post-implementation issues to ensure seamless operations, creating valuable process documentation, and fostering the growth of the automation department.

To qualify for the Automation Project Manager role at Mandarich Law Group, LLP, you’ll need a minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in delivering automation projects, particularly with tools like Microsoft Power Automate and Python. Strong analytical, leadership, and project management skills are essential, along with the ability to mentor a technical team. While familiarity with legal processes is beneficial, it isn't mandatory.

An Automation Project Manager at Mandarich Law Group, LLP should be well-versed in various automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies. Key technical skills include expertise in Microsoft Power Automate and experience with Python-based programming. Strong quantitative and analytical abilities will also be crucial in evaluating business processes and developing effective automation solutions.

Mandarich Law Group, LLP is committed to the growth and development of its team members. As an Automation Project Manager, you’ll have opportunities to lead innovative projects, mentor others, and participate in the continuous improvement of our automation initiatives, ensuring you expand your skill set and career potential within the organization.

As an Automation Project Manager at Mandarich Law Group, LLP, you can look forward to a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan with a company match, PTO, paid parental leave, company-paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance. You’ll also enjoy working in a convenient location with access to an on-site gym!

When answering this question, provide specific examples of projects where you effectively used Microsoft Power Automate. Highlight your problem-solving skills and how those solutions improved efficiency within your previous teams. Use metrics if possible to show the impact of your work.

Discuss your approach to leadership, emphasizing open communication, setting clear goals, and providing constructive feedback. Mention how mentoring team members has contributed to their professional growth and helped achieve project objectives.

Select a specific project and outline the challenges faced, the strategies you implemented to overcome them, and the final outcomes. This showcases not only your problem-solving abilities but also your resilience and commitment to project success.

Explain your methodology for evaluating existing processes, such as gathering feedback, analyzing data, and identifying bottlenecks. Highlight how you implement iterative improvements based on this analysis to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Highlight your communication skills and how you tailor your approach based on the stakeholders involved. Discuss how you keep them informed, manage expectations, and encourage collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

Talk about your structured approach to developing automated workflows, including planning, testing, and deployment. Also, describe how you document processes thoroughly to facilitate future reference and training.

Select a specific instance where you encountered a post-implementation issue and detail your troubleshooting process. Emphasize your ability to remain calm under pressure and your systematic approach to resolving issues efficiently.

Discuss how you leverage data analysis to inform your decisions, evaluate performance, and identify areas for improvement within your automation initiatives. This showcases your analytical skills and the strategic use of data in project management.

Share your strategies for staying current with industry trends, such as attending webinars, reading relevant articles, and participating in professional networks. This reflects your commitment to lifelong learning and adapting to technological advancements.

Reflect on the company's values and culture, and connect them to your own career aspirations and skills. Discuss your excitement for the role and how you believe you can contribute to the firm's innovative automation initiatives.