In this newly created position, the Head of Legal Operations will support Legal team leadership in overseeing the business management of the team to drive operating excellence, efficiency and superb client service.
The position will oversee all budget, process and operating aspects of Meta’s outside counsel and legal vendor relationships, working closely with Legal leadership and Finance partners; and will oversee leadership of Meta Legal’s Technology Solutions, Program Management, and Legal Data and Software Development teams in delivering innovative solutions to enhance team efficiency. In these capacities, the Head of Legal Operations will focus on optimizing Meta’s legal spend and proactive management of strong partnerships with outside counsel, and integrating AI-driven solutions and other new technologies into the work of the team.
The role will report to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and will interface with Finance, HR and other cross-functional partners across the team and company. The position will support the CLO and Legal team leadership in driving a teamwide culture of professional excellence and efficiency.
This role will require an individual who has a strong combination of legal and business expertise, communication skills, project and relationship management, negotiation and analytical skills.
This individual will be a seasoned leader who can successfully drive change in an organization of Meta’s size and complexity. This is a unique opportunity to lead a global operations team and play an integral role in managing strong outside counsel relationships, driving innovation and efficiency in the delivery of legal services, and deploying best in class management skills to serve a world-class legal department.
Head of Legal Operations Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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About Meta
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
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$282,000/year to $328,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.