Area Manager

Type of Work: Full Time, Exempt (Bonus Eligible)
Market: Western Pennsylvania (Brookville, State College, Dubois, Greensburg, Erie, Gettysburg, York, Lebanon, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Altoona)
Travel: This role supports up to 11 Pennsylvania retail locations. Weekly in‑market travel to these stores is required.
Candidates must be able to commute within the Central and Western PA markets multiple times per week. Regular long-distance driving between stores is a core responsibility of this position.

Who You Are: 

As the Area Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing talent across multiple locations to build consistency across the brand. You will coach, motivate, navigate, and serve as a sounding board for Store Managers, business partners, and sales drivers. Your responsibilities will include building the retail business strategy and setting direction for the store teams.

What You'll Do:

• Drive revenue growth by developing and executing sales strategies that leverage talent to provide positive financial results.
• Lead organizational change by assessing current operational status and creating/implementing improvements to meet the needs of the business.
• Focus on P&L by monitoring, recording, and directing revenue and spending across multiple locations.
• Coach store teams to develop and maintain operational best practices in areas of inventory control, store presentation, and asset protection.
• Create and maintain high standards for the guest journey and train team members on how to provide the best experience for our guests.
• Analyze and observe guest experience/feedback to create opportunities for process improvement.
• Retain and develop top talent across multiple locations.
• Provide leadership to the assigned region and mentor all store-level leadership teams.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in the store region; design and implement training, policies, goals, and other resources to maximize productivity and morale.
• Maintain knowledge of market, competition, and best practices and trends in sales techniques and strategies.
• Monitor and analyze business trends across all stores within the area.
• Attend and participate in sales and management training meetings and events as directed by management.
• Adhere to state regulations.
• Flexibility and availability regarding scheduling-must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Open availability to meet business needs is required.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of your week, including overnight stays, to visit stores within the market, attend regional meetings and conferences, or for other business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Retail Leadership Expertise: 4+ years of retail management experience with a strong foundation in store operations, sales performance, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Multi-Unit Oversight: 2+ years of experience managing multiple locations, driving operational consistency, performance, and execution across stores.
• High-Volume Store Experience: Proven success leading a high-volume store generating $9M+ in annual revenue, with accountability for sales, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• People Leadership & Development: 4+ years of experience building, coaching, and developing high-performing teams, with a track record of improving engagement, retention, and performance.
• Results-Driven Operator: Demonstrated ability to maximize sales, achieve business objectives, and drive KPIs across an assigned area.
• Strategic & Big-Picture Thinking: Ability to identify opportunities, implement innovative solutions, and drive revenue growth while enhancing the overall guest experience.
• Strong Communication Skills: Effective communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Feedback & Leadership Agility: Comfortable managing up, giving and receiving feedback, and fostering a culture of openness and accountability.
• Change Leadership: Ability to lead and socialize organizational change, driving alignment, accountability, and adoption across teams.
• Talent Management: Skilled in identifying, developing, and retaining top talent, while effectively coaching and improving underperformance.
• Analytical & Systems Savvy: Proficient in navigating complex systems, analyzing financial and operational reports, and translating insights into action.
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of sales, marketing, and supply chain principles, with the ability to connect these functions to drive overall business success.

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a lawyer to serve as a Pre-Suit focused Attorney in our office in Philadelphia. 

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of all pre-litigation work
• Complete the Flip-to-Lit approval
• Guide clients through the case process
• Drafting and filing of pre-litigation documents 
• Complete TD approval for liability issues
• Oversee settlement negotiations and the formation of demand packages
• Manage the release approval process
• Manage a team of 6-10 Case Managers
• Focus on Personal injury cases, primarily automotive
• Drive compliance and KPIs amongst team
• EUOs, PIP Statements, recorded statements

Requirements

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the PA State Bar Association
• 2+ years of premises or personal injury experience
• Ability to manage high volume of pre-lit cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a lawyer to serve as a Pre-Suit Attorney in our office in Pittsburgh. 

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of all pre-litigation work
• Complete the Flip-to-Lit approval
• Guide clients through the case process
• Drafting and filing of pre-litigation documents 
• Complete TD approval for liability issues
• Oversee settlement negotiations and the formation of demand packages
• Manage the release approval process
• Manage a team of 6-10 Case Managers
• Focus on Personal injury cases, primarily automotive
• Drive compliance and KPIs amongst team
• EUOs, PIP Statements, recorded statements

Requirements

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the PA State Bar Association
• 1+ years of general liability or personal injury experience
• Ability to manage high volume of pre-lit cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

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Summary

This role will work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant. This position comes with competitive pay and a generous bonus plan. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, legal memoranda
• E-file all court documents in state and federal court
• Communications with clients, court, counsel, and others
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation
• Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses
• Draft and server summons
• Coordinate and summarize depositions
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits
• Drafting pleadings, motions and appellate documents and filing them with the court
• Performing administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
• Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
• Witness preparation
• Assisting with case settlements
• Other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualification

• Associate’s Degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience
• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party, Medical Malpractice or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
• At least 2 years of working experience as a litigation paralegal or in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
• Ability to multitask, organize, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention to detail

This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We’ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.

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Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Program Administrator position.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and obtain information from internal and external systems, as required
• Create new files as necessary
• Create, maintain, and update case lists as needed for the program
• Monitor activities of and providing guidance to program personnel to aid in the compliance with client and firm guidelines and protocols
• Track key performance metrics and case deadlines on a large volume of files; update internal and client-facing databases and systems as needed
• Analyze program data and provide stakeholders with updates on a regular basis
• Organize and distribute program documents and information as needed
• Coordinate regular team meetings as required
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations
• Correspond with clients, claims professionals and attorneys regarding issues, metrics, workflows, and deadlines
• Respond timely to emails, questions, and one-off program related requests

Qualifications

• 3 or more years civil litigation experience in a law firm or with an insurance company preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
• Strong computer skills, including document management systems, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Advanced Excel skills preferred, including the ability to organize, compare, combine, process, and manipulate large data sets, and create and use pivot tables and functions
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, identify and understand the cause of problems, and suggest and implement solutions
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and balance competing demands to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Support Assistant position in our Philadelphia Office.

The Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Track and manage document requests using spreadsheets, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout the process.
• Engage with medical providers via phone to facilitate the acquisition of necessary records and resolve any issues.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring information is easily accessible and up-to-date.
• Update electronic case files with new documents, maintaining an organized and systematic digital record-keeping system.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support as needed

Qualifications

• Experience in a law firm setting
• High level of motivation with ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multitask, successfully manage and prioritize a variety of demands daily, and take direction from support staff and attorneys
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Extremely detail-oriented and able to prioritize a heavy workload
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

At Wilson Elser we are committed to attracting and retaining professionals who thrive in an environment built on teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation.  If you are a motivated attorney seeking a long-term career where your contributions are valued and your growth and development are supported, we invite you to apply for our General Liability Associate Attorney position in our Philadelphia Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a skilled General Liability Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have experience in general liability, construction, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury defense. This role offers meaningful hands-on litigation experience, exposure to high-profile national clients, and the ability to take on substantial responsibility from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports
• Assist with discovery requests and responses
• Draft pretrial motions
• Efficiently conduct legal research
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and responsiveness

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey
• 3+ years of litigation defense experience required
• Experience with general liability, construction, transportation, and or catastrophic injury
• Federal court practice is a plus
• Strong knowledge of rules of evidence and procedure required
• Excellent organization, written and analytical skills and a strong attention to detail are required

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Philadelphia Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and send routine correspondence
• Prepare legal filings: format documents, pull exhibits, proofread and redact documents
• E-file court filings in various courts
• Open new matters / process matters for closing
• Document management and organization
• Schedule conferences and depositions, maintain attorney calendars

Qualifications

• 3+ years Defense Litigation experience and/or insurance defense experience a plus
• Must have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes
• Must be familiar with drafting, preparing, and formatting of pleadings
• Must have familiarity with State and Federal court procedures and rules, and experience filing documents in both courts
• Ability to work in a team-based setting with other Legal Secretaries supporting a group of attorneys
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
• Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office 2013 (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the expectation of engaging daily with firm attorneys
• Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Transportation Litigation Associate Attorney position in our Philadelphia, PA Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to work on our firm’s representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, specifically within the transportation sector and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys, proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Pennsylvania
• 3-5+ years of general casualty litigation experience
• Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
• Deposition and motion practice experience required
• Trial experience preferred
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Sophisticated technical skills necessary

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Staff Attorney position, in any of our offices.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

This is not your average discovery role. We’re looking for a sharp, investigative lawyer who enjoys working as part of a team and thrives on digging deep, spotting critical issues, and navigating complex discovery landscapes with precision. If you enjoy engaging directly and collaborating with in-house and outside counsel and crafting tailored discovery responses that align with both individual case nuances and broader national strategies, this dynamic position is for you. This is not a document review position; this person will be part of a dynamic team that develops and executes national strategies for a large international firm client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough investigations and proactively spot discovery issues unique to each case.
• Collaborate closely with inside counsel and external law firms to address distinct discovery challenges and provide clear, actionable guidance.
• Develop and craft strategic discovery responses tailored to individual cases while ensuring alignment with overarching national litigation strategies.
• Operate in a fast-paced, dynamic legal environment where adaptability and innovative problem-solving are essential.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate discovery processes to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in relevant jurisdictions.
• Proven experience in litigation discovery, investigations, or related legal roles.
• Strong analytical and issue-spotting skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse legal teams.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• Experience with AI large language model is a plus.
• Personal injury litigation background preferred.

We are not currently accepting agency submissions for this position.