Chief Operating Officer - Winston & Strawn LLP

Calibrate is honored to partner with Winston & Strawn, an esteemed 170-year-old Am Law 50 firm with over 975 attorneys across 14 offices worldwide, in the search for an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO).

About the Role

Reporting to the Chair of the Firm, and collaborating closely with the Managing Partners and other key senior leaders, the COO will lead a dynamic team of business professionals, such as those listed below, who oversee:

• Administration
• Finance
• IT
• Marketing
• Talent
• Pro Bono
• Corporate Social Responsibility

At the helm of the firm’s operational framework, the COO will work with the senior business professional leadership to implement policies and procedures that align with the firm’s Strategic Plan, ensuring long-term success and growth.

Key Attributes

The successful candidate will have a successful track record of expertise with:

• Human-Centric Leadership: Building trust and fostering engagement at every level.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Influencing and gaining buy-in from diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive Accountability: Ensuring measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Effective Communication: Engaging transparently and authentically across all platforms.

About You

• 20+ years of executive-level operations leadership experience, ideally within a sophisticated law firm or other professional services environment.
• A proven ability to lead large, diverse teams through change, growth, and complexity.
• A track record of innovation, strategic problem-solving, and stakeholder alignment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and collaboration at all levels.

Why Winston & Strawn?

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected firm where your leadership will have a direct and lasting impact. Winston & Strawn is committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture that empowers professionals to thrive.

Ready to Lead?

Express your interest by contacting Kenyan Ingram at Kenyan.ingram@calibrate-strategies.com by January 10, 2025.

This position can be based in any of Winston & Strawn's US office locations.