Job Description

Background of the role:

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute

Head of Legal Operations

to build and lead the legal operations function at a rapidly growing technology platform provider at the intersection of entertainment and innovation. This senior position is a unique opportunity to shape how a high-performing legal team delivers impact -- streamlining legal services, driving smarter risk management, embedding cutting-edge operational efficiency, and powering the company's strategic expansion on a global scale. You will work closely with the Chief Strategy Officer to design and execute scalable legal processes that support the company's dynamic growth.


The role is ideal for a senior legal operations professional with a passion for leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on delivery, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take full ownership of the operational agenda for the legal function.

Your responsibilities:

As Head of Legal Operations, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of legal operations, including:



Acting as a trusted partner to senior leadership delivering clear, data-driven insights and operational guidance. Designing and implementing the company's legal operations strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory frameworks. Leading the implementation of a new Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system, with hands-on deployment, adoption, and continuous improvement. Managing legal department workflows, systems, budgets, technology solutions, vendor relationships, and reporting processes. Supporting legal and business teams on corporate, regulatory, compliance, and governance initiatives by optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Implementing and managing contract management, matter management, knowledge management, and e-billing systems. Building out a legal operations function within the business, working closely with the legal team to identify knowledge and skills gaps and hire as appropriate. Developing and maintaining template documentation, playbooks, process maps, and SOPs to promote scalable and consistent delivery of legal services. Managing legal spend, budgeting, forecasting, and external counsel engagement strategies to ensure cost-efficiency. Monitoring and reporting on key metrics, KPIs, and service levels to continuously improve legal team performance. Building risk management frameworks, policy implementation programs, and training initiatives to raise legal risk awareness across the business. Staying ahead of industry best practices, technology innovations, and legal operations trends to proactively enhance the function.

Skills you will require:

We are looking for a strong operational leader who brings both business acumen and a deep understanding of legal department operations. Ideally, you will have:



At least 5 years' experience in legal operations with a proven track record of driving operational excellence in an in-house legal department. Hands-on experience leading the successful implementation and management of a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system. Expertise in legal tech systems (CLM, matter management, knowledge management, e-billing, etc.). Strong leadership and people management skills with experience building high-performing, service-oriented teams. Exceptional project management, financial management, and stakeholder engagement abilities. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to drive transformation and manage ambiguity in a fast-moving environment. A solutions-focused, collaborative mindset with strong analytical and communication skills. High standards of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

What we offer:

In return, we provide a stimulating and rewarding work environment that supports personal growth and innovation:



The opportunity to shape the legal operations function of a global technology company. A collaborative culture where your voice will be heard and your contributions recognized. Competitive compensation and benefits, including performance incentives. The chance to work on cutting-edge operational challenges in a creative and agile industry. * Support for ongoing professional development, legal operations certifications, and training.