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Fred Loya Insurance

Legal Department- Secretary

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$43K - $59K/yr

Key Responsibilities: • Organize and maintain case files, request necessary documents, and keep cases well-organized. • Manage and review the legal calendar, meet deadlines, document actions, and ...

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Legal Department Contracts Analyst

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Description The Legal Department Contract Analyst supports the Law Department's contracting ... Manages document organization and supports contract management processes. * Spearheads contract ...

Northbay

Manager, Legal Operations

Fairfield, CA

This role focuses on optimizing legal department processes, managing legal technology and vendors, overseeing contract and matter management systems, supporting budgeting and reporting, and driving ...

Fred Loya Insurance

Legal Department- Attorney

Orange, CA · On-site

$105K - $190K/yr

Handle and manage litigation files from inception through trial, with a caseload of under 80 files ... Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established for Staff ...

Fred Loya Insurance

Legal Department- Attorney

Mcallen, TX · On-site

$95K - $160K/yr

Handle and manage litigation files from inception through trial, with a caseload of under 80 files ... Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established for Staff ...

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How much do legal department manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal department manager in the United States is $87,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $101,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Legal Department Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Legal Department Manager, you need a strong background in law, experience in legal operations, and a relevant degree such as a JD or equivalent. Familiarity with contract management systems, legal research databases, and compliance tools is typically required. Exceptional leadership, organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial for managing teams and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills ensure the legal department operates efficiently, mitigates risks, and supports organizational objectives.

How does a Legal Department Manager typically collaborate with other business units within an organization?

A Legal Department Manager regularly works with departments like HR, finance, compliance, and executive leadership to ensure that business activities align with legal and regulatory requirements. This collaboration often involves advising on contract terms, supporting risk management strategies, and providing guidance on company policies. Effective communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as the manager must translate legal concepts into actionable advice for non-legal colleagues. Cross-departmental meetings and project-based teamwork are common, making interdepartmental cooperation a key part of the role.

What is the difference between Legal Department Manager vs Legal Counsel?

AspectLegal Department ManagerLegal Counsel
Primary RoleOversees legal team operations, manages department strategies, and ensures compliance across the organization.Provides legal advice, drafts legal documents, and handles specific legal matters for clients or the company.
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), bar admission, management experience often preferred.Juris Doctor (JD), bar admission, specialized legal expertise.
Work EnvironmentLegal department within a corporation or organization, managerial setting.Law firms, corporate legal departments, or in-house legal teams.

The Legal Department Manager focuses on leading the legal team and managing legal operations, while the Legal Counsel provides direct legal advice and handles specific legal issues. Both roles require legal credentials, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What does a Legal Department Manager do?

A Legal Department Manager oversees the daily operations of a company's legal department, ensuring that all legal matters are handled efficiently and in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Their responsibilities include managing legal staff, coordinating with external legal counsel, developing policies and procedures, and advising executives on legal risks and strategies. They play a key role in contract management, litigation support, and regulatory compliance to protect the organization’s interests.
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Infographic showing various Legal Department Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,763 per year, or $42.2 per hour.

Legal Operations Manager (Hybrid)

Sumitomo Electric U.S.A. Holdings, Inc.

Torrance, CA • Hybrid

$110K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Sumitomo Electric U.S.A. Holdings, Inc. (SEUHO) seeks an experienced, strategic and tech-savvy Legal Operations Manager to support its U.S.-based in-house legal department.  This non-lawyer position will report directly to the General Counsel for the Americas and will be responsible for optimizing the delivery of legal services through operational excellence, technology enablement, process improvement, and the general administrative management of the SEUHO Legal Department.  Located near Los Angeles, California (Torrance), this position is a hybrid role, which will allow certain flexibility between time in the office and working remotely from home.  Strong candidates will be a self-starter, with exceptional communication skills, an ability to work in a collegial, business-centered environment, and an interest in taking initiative.
The SEUHO Legal Department is responsible for developing and maintaining a full-service legal function to comprehensively support the legal and compliance needs of over 48 Sumitomo Electric Group companies that operate in North and South America and design, manufacture, and sell a wide variety of electric components, electrical wires and cables, industrial materials, information and communication devices, and cutting-edge energy storage cells/systems. The group companies in North and South America are subsidiaries of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., which is a publicly-traded company on the Tokyo stock exchange and is a Fortune Global 500 company. 
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Department Management: 
    • Lead and manage legal department operations, including strategic planning, process improvement, and performance metrics
    • Act as thought partner and execution lead to the General Counsel
    • Serve as a primary administrator for the legal technology platform, overseeing user access, system configuration, and data integrity
    • Manage and maintain SharePoint sites, site collections, and subsites, ensuring optimal organization and usability
    • Develop and maintain department policies, procedures, and knowledge management systems
    • Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and support change management efforts within the legal department
    • Manage administrative aspects of the department, such as staff recruitment and onboarding, procurement, IT projects, and facilities issues
    • Supervise and mentor administrative staff
  • Financial and Vendor Management:
    • Develop and manage legal department budget reports, including quarterly and semi-annual forecasting
    • Oversee legal spend management, including invoice review, accruals, and outside counsel rates review
    • Manage relationships with outside counsel and legal service providers, including onboarding, performance tracking, and compliance with billing guidelines
  • Data and Reporting:
    • Prepare monthly legal status update report for senior leadership in Japan on all active matters
    • Support data-driven decision-making through analytics and insights
    • Prepare ad hoc reports
  • Project and Program Management
    • Lead or support legal department projects, including technology implementations, compliance initiatives, and process redesign
    • Train legal team on new technology, processes, and procedures
    • Identify opportunities for process improvement
    • Coordinate with stakeholders (e.g., IS, HR, Accounting departments) to align legal operations with broader company goals
    • Execute technical strategies and provide logistical support to events and conferences organized by the legal team
Qualifications
    • At least 5 years of experience in legal operations within a corporate legal department or law firm.  Project management experience preferred; Experience managing a legal department for a large corporation preferred.
    • B.S. degree, or equivalent, in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, with working knowledge of accounting principles.
    • Strong understanding of legal department functions, legal technology tools, and best practices in legal and business operations.
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formula creation (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, etc.), Pivot Tables, and Pivot Charts.
    • Experience as a SharePoint Administrator, with proficiency in SharePoint Online.
    • Familiarity with the broader Microsoft 365 suite, including Microsoft Teams and Power Platform (Power Automate Platform) a plus.
    • Ability to develop and implement policies and protocols for effective delivery of legal services to Sumitomo Electric Group companies in the Americas.   
    • Experience with legal spend management, vendor management, and legal technology platforms
    • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
    • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
    • Experience supervising direct report(s).
The base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000 annually. 
Compensation may vary depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, competencies and location.  Base pay is one part of the total compensation and benefits package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives. 
 
About Sumitomo Electric Group
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 280,000 employees working at around 400 group companies in 40 countries. Building on more than 120 years of innovation, today Sumitomo Electric is engaged in diversified business activities that support people’s daily lives and industries in five business segments: automotive, infocommunications, electronics, environment & energy, and industrial materials.  To learn more about Sumitomo Electric, please visit https://sumitomoelectric.com. You can watch videos from our past interns and corporate profile from our YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/SumitomoElectric/). Follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric). 
SEUHO is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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