Harbor is seeking a Senior Associate Consultant, Data Modernization, to join our growing Strategy and Transformation team. Our Strategy + Transformation team partners with law firms and corporate legal departments to drive data modernization strategies that support business transformation, innovation, and AI readiness. This is a full-time position working hybrid from our Chicago office headquarters.
Job Duties + Responsibilities:- Analyze complex legal and business datasets to uncover patterns and actionable insights
- Create clear, compelling data visualizations using tools such as Power BI or Tableau
- Develop written narratives and presentations that explain technical concepts in engaging, business-friendly language
- Apply predictive analytics to forecast trends and model business scenarios
- Support Enterprise and Practice Data Strategy efforts, helping clients consolidate and structure key data domains
- Participate in AI and analytics projects by preparing curated data and connecting insights to business needs
- Collaborate with clients to understand goals, shape deliverables, and present results in a concise, impactful format
- Communicate with both internal and external stakeholders (including clients and vendors) to influence operational decisions and shape practices and procedures
- Work independently with limited supervision, managing end-to-end execution of projects or discrete workstreams
- Contribute to ongoing improvements in Harbor’s internal data products, systems, and processes to enhance service quality and efficiency
- Support Harbor’s broader thought leadership efforts through idea sharing, research contributions, and industry engagement
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor’s degree required; preference for degrees related to data, analytics, or technology
- 3–5 years of experience in data analytics, reporting, or data visualization roles
- Strong working knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, Qlik or similar visualization platforms
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or similar analytics and data manipulation tools
- Understanding of predictive analytics with experience applying or developing models
- Excellent writing skills, with the ability to turn complex ideas into clear, concise narratives
- Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to work across departments and with external parties to influence project success and adoption
- Proven track record of independently managing projects and making operational improvements
- Eager to explore emerging technologies and share insights with colleagues and clients
- Experience working with legal or professional services organizations
- Familiarity with enterprise data technologies such as Data Lakes, Data Warehouses, or Master Data Management (MDM)
- Prior consulting experience
About Us:
Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 800+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem.
Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.
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Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 800 strategists, technologists, and specialists navigates alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights.
Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry, and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem
