Strategic Project Manager (Legal) – Remote

About the role

We are seeking a Strategic Project Manager with a legal background to lead high‑impact initiatives for a global leader in legal services. This fully remote, full‑time position focuses on aligning legal strategy with business objectives and driving cross‑functional collaboration.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end legal projects from scoping through delivery.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans that support business goals.
• Coordinate with legal, compliance, and business teams to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Track milestones, report progress, and measure outcomes.
• Identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in legal project management within corporate or law‑firm environments.
• Strong understanding of legal processes and project‑management frameworks.
• Proven ability to work with legal‑technology tools and platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation ranging from $400,000 to $550,000 per year.
• Opportunity to shape the modernization of legal operations at a global firm.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility to work from anywhere.