Legal Operations Manager

Job overview

The Legal Operations Manager is a hybrid role based in Morristown, NJ. The position offers an annual salary range of $105,000 to $130,000. This role supports the North American Legal team at Lonza, a global leader in life sciences manufacturing. The role exists to drive operational efficiency, lead key legal technology initiatives, and manage resources for the legal department. The manager oversees a small team of paralegals and coordinates outside counsel, ensuring the legal team is well-equipped to support strategic projects and corporate governance activities.

What you'll do

• Lead legal operations and process improvements.
• Manage legal technology systems including AI tools and e-signature platforms.
• Supervise and develop a team of paralegals.
• Oversee budgets, forecasting, and outside counsel engagement.
• Support corporate governance and sensitive projects.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

morristown nj

legal operations

manager

hybrid

lonza

life sciences

$105k-$130k

legal tech

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Performance bonus, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, life insurance, disability insurance, PTO.

Why this role

Hybrid work arrangement, competitive salary range, and leadership of legal technology initiatives.

About the employer

Lonza is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.