Legal Technology Manager (Remote)

Job Description:

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I. JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a bright, enthusiastic, and results-oriented professional with solid legal technology experience to join us as Legal Technology Manager. To excel in this role, you will have the ability to foster relationships with staff across the legal department and the organization to achieve positive results. Successful candidates will have experience deploying digital technology to a legal practice area or a complementary function with transferable skills.

The Legal Technology Manager will be a driving force behind optimizing our Legal Operations through technology. The ideal candidate is passionate about the intersection of law and technology, always on the lookout for new ways to automate processes and improve productivity. You'll be a problem-solver, a creative thinker, and a tech enthusiast all rolled into one.

As a part of the Legal Operations team, the Legal Technology Manager will be responsible for working with various Legal stakeholders on projects that increase the Legal Department’s efficiency. This role’s focus will be on technology projects that drive digital transformation across Legal practice areas, from enhancing current systems, supporting system integrations, and developing business requirements and common processes for new system deployments.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities will include:

• Drive operational change and modernization through the design and implementation of processes and systems aimed at promoting the day-to-day efficiency and effectiveness of the Legal team
• Collaborate on developing, implementing, and managing an array of legal technology projects to assist the in-house legal team in maximizing the value of the legal services provided to the company internally and procured externally, including reviewing/assessing potential new technology solutions, new system launches, system upgrades, and product enhancements
• Find opportunities to develop and enhance Legal policies, processes, and standard work, share best practices, and develop playbooks and knowledge management systems to improve efficiency for the Legal team
• Day-to-day eDiscovery tasks; and systemic improvement/development of associated eDiscovery processes and workflows
• Managing complex projects within time and budgetary constraints
• Act as the liaison with various stakeholders, including IT, as needed
• Gather, document, and analyze business requirements and partner with Head of Legal Operations, IT, and external service providers to recommend practical, innovative solutions
• Serve as a business system owner for systems and technology solutions owned by Legal Operations – and manage the vendor process end-to-end.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions.

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

Qualifications

• 5-7 years working with Legal Technology with a law firm, vendor, or corporation
• The ideal candidate has a passion for creating effective and scalable processes, driving technology adoption, spearheading change management initiatives, developing key metrics to drive cost-saving solutions, and nurturing and managing relationships,
• Deep understanding and experience with a variety of technical systems and workflow automation tools utilized by in-house law departments, including matter management, contracts management, e-billing, financial reporting and patent program systems.
• Hands-on experience with eDiscovery tools and processes is highly preferred, including collecting, searching, and exporting various data sets; experience with e-discovery within the Microsoft environment; and experience developing in-house eDiscovery systems
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to drive projects forward
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that include the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical staff
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite is a plus
• Passion for continuous learning and staying ahead of technology trends
• Eager to learn new things and apply knowledge to innovate, improve/simplify processes.

IV. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT CHARACTERISTICS

The physical/mental demands are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual would encounter while performing the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment Characteristics:

Mental Demands:
☒ Ability to organize/coordinate ☒ Comprehend and follow instructions

☒ Problem Solve ☒ Analyze/Interpret data and information

☒ Perform with frequent interruptions ☒ Make decisions using sound judgment

Physical Demands:

☒ Use keyboard/computer/phone

Environmental Characteristics:

☒ Regular and predictable attendance

U.S. Base Pay Ranges and Benefits Information

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from [$117,500 to $142,100]. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.]

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Information regarding additional benefits can be found here: https://www.emergentbiosolutions.com/careers/life-at-emergent

(*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to a Human Resources Partner about our compensation philosophy and available benefits.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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