Entry Level Director Of Innovation Jobs
New grad director of innovation jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Mastercard, Western Alliance Bank, and Gallup hiring at this level now.
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The Innovation & AI Senior Analyst will support the firm’s Innovation & AI strategy by coordinating, executing, and scaling key innovation, legal technology initiatives across the firm. The role will focus on managing technology pilots, developing and refining practice use cases, and supporting the design and deployment of client-facing solutions that enhance service delivery and create new value for clients.
The Innovation & AI Senior Analyst will:
- Serve as a central point of coordination between partners, lawyers, business services teams, and external vendors to move innovation initiatives from concept through implementation.
- Lead structured pilot programs, including scoping, requirements gathering, testing, feedback collection, and evaluation, to determine which tools and solutions should be scaled across the firm, within specific practice groups, or for key transaction types.
- Work closely with practice groups to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance matter and transaction delivery, and develop new client offerings through the use of AI, automation, data, legal technology, and transactions technology support.
The roles and responsibilities of this job include:
Coordinate and manage end-to-end innovation, legal technology, and transactions technology initiatives, from initial concept through pilot and implementation.
Lead structured pilot programs, including scoping, requirements gathering, solution configuration, user testing, feedback collection, measurement of outcomes, and go/no-go recommendations for wider rollout.
Act as a central liaison between partners, lawyers, business services teams (including IT, Knowledge, BD, and Risk), and external vendors to ensure alignment, clear communication, and timely delivery of initiatives.
Develop, document, and refine practice-specific technology use cases, including articulating problem statements, desired outcomes, and measurable benefits.
Support the design, build, and deployment of client-facing tools, dashboards, and solutions that leverage AI, automation, data, and legal technology to enhance client service and differentiate the firm’s offerings.
Work closely with transactional and other practice groups to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality in matter and transaction delivery through process improvement and technology.
Prepare and maintain project documentation (e.g., project plans, status reports, requirements documents, testing scripts, training materials) to support effective execution and governance of initiatives.
Develop and deliver training, demos, and guidance materials to lawyers and business services teams to drive adoption and effective use of new tools and solutions.
Monitor, measure, and report on the performance and impact of deployed tools and initiatives, using agreed KPIs and feedback to recommend enhancements and continuous improvement.
Contribute to the ongoing refinement and execution of the firm’s Innovation & AI strategic roadmap, providing insights from pilots, user feedback, and market developments.
The qualifications for this role are:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in business, information systems, computer science, law, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in a law firm, professional services, financial services, or technology/consulting environment, with exposure to legal operations, innovation, or technology implementation.
- Demonstrated experience managing or supporting technology projects or pilots, ideally involving AI, automation, data analytics, or legal/transactions technology tools.
Technical and Professional Skills
- Familiarity with AI and automation concepts (e.g., machine learning, NLP, generative AI) and their application to legal workflows and transaction processes.
- Strong understanding of legal technology tools (e.g., document automation, contract review, due diligence, deal management, data rooms, collaboration platforms).
- Solid project coordination or project management skills, including scoping, requirements gathering, testing, and stakeholder communication.
- Proficiency with standard business tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort working with data, dashboards, or basic analytics.
Core Competencies
- Proven ability to work effectively with partners, lawyers, and business services teams, including the ability to translate between legal/user needs and technical requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose practical technology-enabled solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear documentation, presentations, and training materials.
- High level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple matters, pilots, and stakeholders in parallel.
- Collaborative, client-service mindset, with a focus on driving adoption, measurable value, and continuous improvement.
- Curiosity and adaptability, with an interest in staying current on emerging AI, legaltech, and transactions technology trends and best practices.
Compensation Range: $133,600 - $183,700
This role reports to
Senior Manager – Innovation and AIEqual Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com.
Benefits at White & Case
White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.
The Innovation & AI Senior Analyst will support the firm’s Innovation & AI strategy by coordinating, executing, and scaling key innovation, legal technology initiatives across the firm. The role will focus on managing technology pilots, developing and refining practice use cases, and supporting the design and deployment of client-facing solutions that enhance service delivery and create new value for clients.
The Innovation & AI Senior Analyst will:
- Serve as a central point of coordination between partners, lawyers, business services teams, and external vendors to move innovation initiatives from concept through implementation.
- Lead structured pilot programs, including scoping, requirements gathering, testing, feedback collection, and evaluation, to determine which tools and solutions should be scaled across the firm, within specific practice groups, or for key transaction types.
- Work closely with practice groups to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance matter and transaction delivery, and develop new client offerings through the use of AI, automation, data, legal technology, and transactions technology support.
The roles and responsibilities of this job include:
Coordinate and manage end-to-end innovation, legal technology, and transactions technology initiatives, from initial concept through pilot and implementation.
Lead structured pilot programs, including scoping, requirements gathering, solution configuration, user testing, feedback collection, measurement of outcomes, and go/no-go recommendations for wider rollout.
Act as a central liaison between partners, lawyers, business services teams (including IT, Knowledge, BD, and Risk), and external vendors to ensure alignment, clear communication, and timely delivery of initiatives.
Develop, document, and refine practice-specific technology use cases, including articulating problem statements, desired outcomes, and measurable benefits.
Support the design, build, and deployment of client-facing tools, dashboards, and solutions that leverage AI, automation, data, and legal technology to enhance client service and differentiate the firm’s offerings.
Work closely with transactional and other practice groups to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality in matter and transaction delivery through process improvement and technology.
Prepare and maintain project documentation (e.g., project plans, status reports, requirements documents, testing scripts, training materials) to support effective execution and governance of initiatives.
Develop and deliver training, demos, and guidance materials to lawyers and business services teams to drive adoption and effective use of new tools and solutions.
Monitor, measure, and report on the performance and impact of deployed tools and initiatives, using agreed KPIs and feedback to recommend enhancements and continuous improvement.
Contribute to the ongoing refinement and execution of the firm’s Innovation & AI strategic roadmap, providing insights from pilots, user feedback, and market developments.
The qualifications for this role are:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in business, information systems, computer science, law, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in a law firm, professional services, financial services, or technology/consulting environment, with exposure to legal operations, innovation, or technology implementation.
- Demonstrated experience managing or supporting technology projects or pilots, ideally involving AI, automation, data analytics, or legal/transactions technology tools.
Technical and Professional Skills
- Familiarity with AI and automation concepts (e.g., machine learning, NLP, generative AI) and their application to legal workflows and transaction processes.
- Strong understanding of legal technology tools (e.g., document automation, contract review, due diligence, deal management, data rooms, collaboration platforms).
- Solid project coordination or project management skills, including scoping, requirements gathering, testing, and stakeholder communication.
- Proficiency with standard business tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort working with data, dashboards, or basic analytics.
Core Competencies
- Proven ability to work effectively with partners, lawyers, and business services teams, including the ability to translate between legal/user needs and technical requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose practical technology-enabled solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear documentation, presentations, and training materials.
- High level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple matters, pilots, and stakeholders in parallel.
- Collaborative, client-service mindset, with a focus on driving adoption, measurable value, and continuous improvement.
- Curiosity and adaptability, with an interest in staying current on emerging AI, legaltech, and transactions technology trends and best practices.
Compensation Range: $133,600 - $183,700
This role reports to
Senior Manager – Innovation and AIEqual Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com.
Benefits at White & Case
White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.
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Entry Level Director Of Innovation Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level director of innovation job?
Entry level director of innovation roles reward candidates who can show concrete examples of creative problem-solving, process improvement, or product ideation, even from academic projects, internships, or extracurricular work. Employers at this level look for familiarity with design thinking or agile frameworks, strong communication skills, and evidence that you can translate an idea into a structured plan. A focused portfolio of initiatives you led or contributed to gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level director of innovations?
Companies hiring entry level director of innovations right now include Mastercard, Western Alliance Bank, and Gallup, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from growth-stage startups, innovation labs within larger corporations, and organizations actively building out new product or strategy functions.
Are there remote entry level director of innovation jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles still make up a significant share of openings. About 36% of entry level director of innovation openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility have real options. Filtering by work setting when you search on Migrate Mate lets you focus on the arrangement that fits your situation.
Are these new grad director of innovation jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or academic projects toward that requirement, or invites applicants to submit a portfolio in place of a conventional work history. Look for language like 'recent graduate welcome' or 'no prior experience required' in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level director of innovations?
Entry Level director of innovation roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive the most hiring at this level because they face ongoing pressure to develop new offerings, streamline operations, or differentiate through technology, creating dedicated entry points for early-career innovation talent.