15,615 Legal Operations jobs in the United States

Description
Our client is seeking a strategic and highly organized Legal Operations Manager to support their legal team in driving operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance initiatives. This is a full-time ongoing contract role with potential for conversion. This person would need to be able to report on-site to their San Francisco office at least 2 times a week.
Key Responsibilities
+ Lead and coordinate Legal Team projects such as whistleblower program management, SOX compliance, training modules, corporate calendar oversight, CLM implementation, template development, policy updates, and audits.
+ Act as a liaison between Legal and other departments to ensure alignment, track requests, monitor progress, and manage deliverables.
+ Support corporate-level compliance initiatives in partnership with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and other key stakeholders.
+ Identify and implement process improvements to enhance Legal Team efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
+ Manage vendor onboarding, billing, and budget tracking in coordination with the General Counsel.
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or project management certification (e.g., PMP) strongly preferred.
+ Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, legal operations, or chief-of-staff roles within corporate, legal, or consulting environments.
+ Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
+ Experience with legal technology platforms such as CLM systems, e-billing, and document management tools.
+ Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic, global environment.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, DocuSign, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail), NetSuite, and Adobe.
+ Preferred experience with Salesforce, Navex, budgeting software, Gantt charts, and export control software.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and has a passion for improving processes and systems.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

Description
We are looking for a Legal Operations Manager to join our team in the Silicon Valley. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of legal and investment operations, ensuring seamless management of equity and debt portfolios, vendor contracts, and compliance processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and is eager to contribute to process optimization and technology implementation.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with legal and finance teams to support investment and exit transactions, including compliance checks, document preparation, due diligence, and post-closing administration.
- Manage portfolio-related requests, such as processing stockholder consents, audit confirmations, and due diligence tasks.
- Coordinate vendor and contract management processes, including negotiation, onboarding, and payment processing for various contract types.
- Oversee the operation and management of key programs, such as external consultant initiatives and workflow optimization.
- Maintain and optimize legal technology solutions, including platforms like Ironclad, SimpleLegal, DocuSign, and AODocs.
- Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within legal operations.
- Compile, organize, and analyze data to support internal and external reporting requirements, including public filings.
- Perform administrative tasks, such as document filing, data organization, and tracking daily activities to ensure smooth legal operations.
Requirements
- Proven experience in corporate legal management, or related fields.
- Familiarity with calendar management and docketing systems.
- Knowledge of investment management and corporate finance principles.
- Proficiency in managing legal contracts and vendor relations.
- Strong understanding of finance administration and reporting processes.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Experience with legal technology platforms, such as Ironclad, SimpleLegal, or DocuSign.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world's largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.
**Work Location & Schedule:** This is an exempt, office based opportunity with flexibility to work from home 1 day per week depending on business needs.
Travel to FM office locations across the U.S. and internationally may be required occasionally, depending on business needs.
**Eligibility** : Applicants must live within 50 miles of Johnston, RI or Norwood, MA
Flexibility to sit in either of our offices located in Johnston, RI preferred or Norwood, MA with required travel to Johnston, RI as needed dependent on business needs.
Relocation is not offered for this position
**Responsibilities**
At FM, we are seeking a Legal Operations Manager to join our legal team.
The Legal Operations Manager will lead and improve the operational and strategic functions of Law & Governmental Affairs. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this individual will have the opportunity to directly influence and impact the future design of the processes and procedures of the legal team and drive and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal service delivery. This role is responsible for implementing and managing legal technology, vendor relationships, analytics, knowledge management, and contributing to a departmental career development framework, and cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver with strong analytical skills, a passion for process improvement, and experience in legal operations within a corporate environment. This role requires the skills to lead projects and change initiatives and develop positive relationships with internal team members across Law & Governmental Affairs and other departments.
**Your responsibilities include but are not limited to.**
Legal Operations & Technology
+ Manage and implement legal technology platforms (e.g., e-billing, matter management, etc.).
+ Maintain and develop SOPs, standard methodologies, and user guides for legal systems.
+ Drive process improvement and automation initiatives across legal workflows.
Data Analysis & Planning
+ Develop and maintain legal department metrics, dashboards, and performance indicators, including preparing, monitoring, and tracking legal department objectives.
+ Build metrics and trends on key data points aligned to the Chief Legal Officer's key objectives and strategic plan, as well as overall department effectiveness and efficiency.
+ Build predictive and visual analytics to support strategic decision-making.
Financial & Vendor Management
+ Contribute to legal department budgeting, forecasting and spend analysis.
+ Coordinate vendor management, including onboarding, billing compliance, and performance evaluations.
Talent, Knowledge & Capacity Development
+ Build knowledge management systems within the department.
+ Support hiring, onboarding, training, and knowledge management within the legal team.
+ Build and support a career development framework.
+ Support long-term department capacity planning regarding resource needs and allocation.
**Qualifications**
5+ years of experience in legal operations, project management, or related roles.
Experience in influencing and implementing change management required
Legal experience highly preferred
Experience in a publicly traded or highly regulated industry (e.g., insurance, financial services) preferred.
+ Strong attention to detail to review and analyze legal service and performance data
+ Proficiency with legal tech tools and enterprise legal management (e.g., Legal Tracker, MS Office).
+ Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
+ Strong abilities in project management.
**Education**
Bachelor's Degree required
The hiring range for this position is $134,080 to $192,700. The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health, and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances, and much more!
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

Description
Robert Half is sourcing for a Legal Operations Manager to support a Corporate Client. In this role, you will oversee legal operations, ensuring efficient processes and compliance across various corporate functions. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives while managing key legal and administrative responsibilities.
Law Firm Management:
Serve as the primary liaison for all law firm engagements, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring optimal service delivery.
Oversee onboarding of new law firms, including contract negotiation and compliance with company policies.
Monitor performance and manage reporting against established expectations for external counsel, including handling service level agreements (SLAs).
Billing and Financial Oversight:
Manage legal billing processes, including overseeing e-billing systems and reviewing invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Work collaboratively with the finance team to track legal spend, prepare budgets, and identify opportunities for cost savings or efficiencies.
Develop processes to monitor external counsel billing rates, ensure adherence to billing guidelines, and maintain transparency in spend reporting.
Corporate Governance & Maintenance:
Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, including maintaining records, managing organizational filings, and administering annual reports.
Oversee the maintenance of corporate entities, including formation, dissolution, licensing, and renewal processes.
Support in preparing board materials, resolutions, and shareholder communications as necessary.
Process Improvement:
Assess and refine existing legal processes, establishing best practices and frameworks to improve legal operations.
Evaluate and implement tools and technologies, such as matter management platforms or contract lifecycle software, to enhance efficiency and increase automation.
Partner with internal stakeholders across departments to streamline workflows and create greater integration between legal operations and business processes.
Policies and Training:
Draft, implement, and enforce policies for external vendors, legal compliance, and internal legal operations.
Provide training and resources to internal stakeholders regarding updated policies, procedures, and legal processes.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, compliance, and maintenance processes.
- Familiarity with legal billing systems and file organization best practices.
- Ability to manage relationships with external law firms and vendors.
- Expertise in maintaining legal templates and monitoring regulatory changes.
- Experience with corporate legal management systems.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on enterprise-wide initiatives.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world's largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.
**Work Location & Schedule:** This is an exempt, office based opportunity with flexibility to work from home 1 day per week depending on business needs.
Travel to FM office locations across the U.S. and internationally may be required occasionally, depending on business needs.
**Eligibility** : Applicants must live within 50 miles of Johnston, RI or Norwood, MA
Flexibility to sit in either of our offices located in Johnston, RI preferred or Norwood, MA with required travel to Johnston, RI as needed dependent on business needs.
Relocation is not offered for this position
**Responsibilities**
At FM, we are seeking a Legal Operations Manager to join our legal team.
The Legal Operations Manager will lead and improve the operational and strategic functions of Law & Governmental Affairs. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this individual will have the opportunity to directly influence and impact the future design of the processes and procedures of the legal team and drive and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal service delivery. This role is responsible for implementing and managing legal technology, vendor relationships, analytics, knowledge management, and contributing to a departmental career development framework, and cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver with strong analytical skills, a passion for process improvement, and experience in legal operations within a corporate environment. This role requires the skills to lead projects and change initiatives and develop positive relationships with internal team members across Law & Governmental Affairs and other departments.
**Your responsibilities include but are not limited to.**
Legal Operations & Technology
+ Manage and implement legal technology platforms (e.g., e-billing, matter management, etc.).
+ Maintain and develop SOPs, standard methodologies, and user guides for legal systems.
+ Drive process improvement and automation initiatives across legal workflows.
Data Analysis & Planning
+ Develop and maintain legal department metrics, dashboards, and performance indicators, including preparing, monitoring, and tracking legal department objectives.
+ Build metrics and trends on key data points aligned to the Chief Legal Officer's key objectives and strategic plan, as well as overall department effectiveness and efficiency.
+ Build predictive and visual analytics to support strategic decision-making.
Financial & Vendor Management
+ Contribute to legal department budgeting, forecasting and spend analysis.
+ Coordinate vendor management, including onboarding, billing compliance, and performance evaluations.
Talent, Knowledge & Capacity Development
+ Build knowledge management systems within the department.
+ Support hiring, onboarding, training, and knowledge management within the legal team.
+ Build and support a career development framework.
+ Support long-term department capacity planning regarding resource needs and allocation.
**Qualifications**
5+ years of experience in legal operations, project management, or related roles.
Experience in influencing and implementing change management required
Legal experience highly preferred
Experience in a publicly traded or highly regulated industry (e.g., insurance, financial services) preferred.
+ Strong attention to detail to review and analyze legal service and performance data
+ Proficiency with legal tech tools and enterprise legal management (e.g., Legal Tracker, MS Office).
+ Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
+ Strong abilities in project management.
**Education**
Bachelor's Degree required
The hiring range for this position is $134,080 to $192,700. The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health, and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances, and much more!
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

Overview
About Us
Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improvesecurity, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
+ V2X is seeking a Legal Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the legal department. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Legal Operations Manager will oversee all operational administrative duties, processes, and ensuring the members of the legal department have the support they need to run their groups efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Coordinates tasks of various team members within the legal department and carrying out the necessary operations within
+ Assists the department with upgrading, updating and streamlining processes, procedures, systems and software to increase efficiencies.
+ Manages onboarding of new team members while collaborating with Talent Acquisition, HR and IT
+ Partners with internal stakeholders in Human Resources, IT, Finance and attorneys in the legal department with the primary focus of identifying dependencies and facilitating collaboration.
+ Develops playbooks and reports with data-driven methods to control costs and forecast budget needs.
+ Stays up to date with industry trends of legal operations within the government contracting space.
+ Manages invoices for the legal department and creates/updates tracking process.
+ Obtains and analyzes data related to legal metrics to identify opportunities to increase efficiencies and reduce cost to the department.
+ Assists with identifying and deploying new technologies to bring innovation to the team.
+ Manages special projects as requested.
+ Must be able to work extended hours, as required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Education:
+ Bachelor's degree and 7+years' experience in legal operations. One year of related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
+ Desired Experience:
+ Deep understanding of legal department structure, functions (compliance, litigation, corporate ethics, etc.)
+ Experience working with a large, global government contracting organization (revenue over $B)
+ Experience in M&A integration
+ Experience working with similar labor categories as the company.
+ Experience analyzing the current state of a legal department and identifying what improvements a legal department needs and deploy solutions.
+ Experience bringing new technologies to a legal team to increase efficiency.
+ Experience managing relationships with vendors and clients.
+ Other Requirement:
+ United States citizenship required.
+ Skills:
+ Ability to fluently communicate using the English language: this includes commensurate skills in reading, writing, and speaking.
+ Demonstrated ability and proficiency in the utilization of a desktop computer, telephone, and general office equipment systems as directed and/or required in the performance of all assigned duties.
+ Considerable skill in project management, and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.
+ Integrity: high ethical standards and a strong moral compass are imperative. Honesty, credibility, a strong sense of responsibility and the will to follow through on commitments are critical attributes in this position.
+ Collaboration and Teamwork: the successful candidate believes in teamwork and identifies with the team. The candidate supports team goals over individual goals, readily collaborates with others, recognizes, and values their contributions and encourages team members to support each other.
+ Highly motivated, positive attitude, self-directed and assertive with the ability to independently move projects forward and meet deadlines.
+ Process improvement: understanding the positive impact of continuous improvement and process improvement and a strong commitment to using these business tools as appropriate, to enhance organizational excellence is critical to success in this role.
+ Software:
+ Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
+ Technology:
+ Company computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.
What We Bring:
+ At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
+ The successful candidate's starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
+ The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company.
+ USD 95,000 - 180,000
+ Provided salary range minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States.
+ Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
+ Employee benefits include the following:
+ Healthcare coverage
+ Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
+ Retirement plan
+ Wellness programs
+ Paid time off, including holidays
+ Learning and Development resources
+ Employee assistance resources
Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.
At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
**Job Description**
**About Gilead**
At Gilead Sciences, we're driven by our mission to discover, develop, and deliver innovative therapeutics that improve the lives of patients worldwide. Our Legal Operations team plays a critical role in enabling the Legal department to operate efficiently, strategically, and in alignment with Gilead's values of integrity, inclusion, teamwork, and excellence.
**Position Overview**
We are seeking a seasoned **Manager, Legal Operations** with a strong background in legal data analytics, vendor management, and legal technology. This role will support the Legal department by delivering actionable insights, optimizing systems like **TeamConnect** , **TAP** , **Tableau, SAP** and enhancing the management of **outside counsel and legal vendors** . The ideal candidate will bring over 8 years of experience and a passion for driving operational excellence through data.
This role is located at our global headquarters in Foster City, CA. We offer a hybrid environment with 3 days onsite (Tues-Thurs).
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Lead data analysis initiatives to support corporate affairs, legal and compliance spend management, vendor performance and management, and matter lifecycle tracking.
+ Administer and optimize **TeamConnect** , **TAP** , **Tableau, SAP** including configuration, reporting, and workflow enhancements.
+ Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards and reports to monitor legal KPIs, budget adherence, and vendor metrics.
+ Partner with Legal, Finance, and Procurement and other relevant stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and alignment across systems.
+ Drive improvements in outside counsel and vendor management, including rate benchmarking, performance evaluation, and diversity tracking.
+ Support strategic planning and forecasting through data modeling and trend analysis.
+ Ensure data governance and integrity across legal systems and tools.
+ Contribute to cross-functional projects focused on process improvement and technology enablement.
**Qualifications**
+ 6+ years of experience in legal operations, data analytics, or a related field with a bachelor's degree or 4 years with a master's degree.
+ Expertise in **TeamConnect** , **TAP** , **Tableau, and SAP** including advanced reporting and workflow management.
+ Proven experience managing outside counsel and legal vendors, including spend analysis and performance tracking.
+ Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and Excel.
+ Excellent analytical, communication, and program coordination and execution skills.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across departments.
+ Strong understanding of data governance, compliance, and legal operations best practices.
**Preferred Skills**
+ Good interpersonal relationship skills to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines for data provision
+ Good numeracy skills
+ 3-5 years of experience in legal operations, in a law firm or a corporate legal department.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, TeamConnect **,** TAP, Tableau and SAP, is required.
+ Bachelor's degree in business, Legal Studies, Data Science, or related field; advanced degree or certification preferred.
+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills,
+ Knowledge of legal department budgeting and forecasting.
**People Leader Accountabilities:**
-Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the
way they manage their teams.
-Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current
performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and
realize their purpose.
-Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding
them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
The salary range for this position is: $136,340.00 - $176,440.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
**For jobs in the United States:**
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' ( poster.
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Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
**For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:**
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.

Description
Our client is seeking a strategic and highly organized Legal Operations Manager to support their legal team in driving operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance initiatives. This is a full-time ongoing contract role with potential for conversion. This person would need to be able to report on-site to their San Francisco office at least 2 times a week.
Key Responsibilities
+ Lead and coordinate Legal Team projects such as whistleblower program management, SOX compliance, training modules, corporate calendar oversight, CLM implementation, template development, policy updates, and audits.
+ Act as a liaison between Legal and other departments to ensure alignment, track requests, monitor progress, and manage deliverables.
+ Support corporate-level compliance initiatives in partnership with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and other key stakeholders.
+ Identify and implement process improvements to enhance Legal Team efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
+ Manage vendor onboarding, billing, and budget tracking in coordination with the General Counsel.
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or project management certification (e.g., PMP) strongly preferred.
+ Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, legal operations, or chief-of-staff roles within corporate, legal, or consulting environments.
+ Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
+ Experience with legal technology platforms such as CLM systems, e-billing, and document management tools.
+ Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic, global environment.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, DocuSign, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail), NetSuite, and Adobe.
+ Preferred experience with Salesforce, Navex, budgeting software, Gantt charts, and export control software.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and has a passion for improving processes and systems.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Legal Operations Manager to oversee and optimize the efficiency of their legal department operations in **San Francisco, California, US**. This pivotal role involves managing the systems, processes, and financial aspects that support the delivery of legal services. You will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives to enhance productivity, manage external counsel relationships, and ensure the legal team operates at peak performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal operations, project management, and financial oversight, coupled with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal department's operations.
• Manage the legal department's budget, including forecasting, tracking expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee the selection, implementation, and management of legal technology solutions, such as matter management systems, e-discovery platforms, and contract management tools.
• Manage relationships with external law firms and legal service providers, including contract negotiation, fee arrangements, and performance monitoring.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the legal department and regularly report on performance metrics.
• Streamline legal processes, including intake, workflow, and document management, to enhance productivity and reduce turnaround times.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to legal operations and data privacy.
• Coordinate and manage internal projects within the legal department, ensuring timely completion and successful outcomes.
• Develop and deliver training programs for legal staff on new processes, technologies, and best practices.
• Conduct regular reviews of legal spend and provide recommendations for optimization.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in legal operations and technology.
• Support the General Counsel and other legal leadership with strategic planning and operational initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related field. A JD or MBA is a strong plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in legal operations management, preferably within a corporate legal department or a law firm.
• Proven experience in managing legal budgets and vendor relationships.
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing and managing legal technology solutions.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully leading complex initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with legal billing and e-discovery processes.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with legal professionals, finance teams, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and various legal operations software.

This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office collaboration in **San Francisco, California, US**, and remote flexibility, supporting a dynamic work-life balance.