Lead, Legal Operations

Auto req ID: 38279 
Title: Lead, Legal Operations 
Job Function: Legal 
Location: JUNEAU 
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 
Shift: SHIFT1 

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, founded in a humble Milwaukee backyard shed in 1903, still calls the city home. Today, its Corporate Campus includes a 4.8-acre public park—a welcoming greenspace open to all. Join our team as a Lead Legal Operations.

Job Summary

The Legal Operations Lead will have responsibility in the following primary areas: (i) legal technology and systems, (ii) process improvement, (iii) knowledge and matter management systems, (iv) vendor and financial management, and (v) metrics and reporting for the Legal Department. The individual in this role must have excellent time management, project management, and communication skills to ensure the individual is able to effectively manage competing priorities and can drive complex projects involving stakeholders from all levels to completion. The ideal candidate will have: (i) extensive experience with legal billing and legal case management software, (ii) experience leading RFPs, negotiating fee arrangements, and monitoring vendor performance, and (iii) expertise with defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for legal operations. 

Job Responsibilities

Legal Technology & Systems

• Evaluate, implement, and manage legal tech tools (e.g., e-billing, matter management, contract lifecycle management).
• Lead system integrations and ensure user adoption across the legal team.
• Maintain data integrity and reporting capabilities.

Process Improvement & Project Management

• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline legal operations.
• Lead cross-functional projects and change management initiatives.
• Develop and enforce best practices and standard operating procedures.

Knowledge and Matter Management

• Oversee knowledge management systems to ensure effective information sharing.
• Develop strategies for capturing institutional knowledge and legal precedents.
• Support matter intake and tracking processes.

Vendor and Financial Management

• Manage relationships with outside counsel and legal service providers.
• Lead RFPs, negotiate fee arrangements, and monitor vendor performance.
• Collaborate with Finance to manage legal budgets and track spend.

Metrics and Reporting

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for legal operations.
• Provide regular reports and insights to legal leadership.
• Use data to drive continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required 

Education Specifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Experience Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Legal operations-related experience
• Works independently with guidance in only the most complex situations
• Proven ability to prioritize, organize and implement multiple complex projects
• Critically evaluate information from multiple sources, ask questions, and reconcile differences to deliver effective guidance
• An ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and lead several projects in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• The ability to lead and work well in a team environment
• A high level of integrity, excellent judgment, and critical thinking skills, and the ability to identify all relevant issues
• Excellent decision-making and critical thinking skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills (including good listening skills)
• Self-motivated with an unwavering commitment to excellence, accuracy, and quality

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No  
Travel Required: 0 - 10%  
Pay Range: $122,200-189,400 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship  
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)