Legal Operations Manager
FanDuel is seeking a Legal Operations Manager to join its dynamic Legal Operations team in New York City. This role is integral to supporting process improvement, operational excellence, and innovation within the Legal and Compliance organization. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in outside counsel management, the Brightflag eBilling platform, and matter management, combined with the strategic vision to lead and continuously enhance the outside counsel management program.
As a key member of the team, the Legal Operations Manager will collaborate closely with outside counsel, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, and Legal leadership. Responsibilities include driving the execution of outside counsel management strategy, aligning on billing guidelines, rate structures, and performance metrics. The role also involves shaping and evolving the development of a 1-3 year strategy for outside counsel management and operational transformation within Legal Operations. Additionally, the manager will participate in strategic planning and budgeting processes for outside counsel spend, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals.
The ideal candidate should have at least 6 years of experience in Legal Operations, Finance, or related roles, with deep expertise in outside counsel management and eBilling. A minimum of 3-4 years of in-depth Brightflag experience, including system administration, reporting, and configuration, is required. Proven success in leading cross-functional legal spend management programs in a global or matrixed environment is essential. Strong financial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and data analytics, is necessary. Demonstrated experience in law firm performance management, benchmarking, and billing guideline enforcement is also important. A bachelor's degree is required; an MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
Compensation for this role ranges from $94,000 to $142,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include diverse health plans, generous paid time off, 401(k) with up to a 5% match, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and more. FanDuel offers an exciting and fun environment committed to driving real growth, with opportunities to build innovative products that fans love. The company provides mentorship and professional development resources to help employees refine their skills and offers flexible vacation allowances to promote work-life balance.
FanDuel is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. As a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator, FanDuel offers a wide range of career opportunities, best-in-class benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best self. The company values diversity and inclusion, believing that a diverse workforce leads to better performance and innovation. FanDuel is committed to equal employment opportunity and fostering a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included.
Joining FanDuel as a Legal Operations Manager offers the opportunity to be part of a leading company in the sports-tech entertainment industry. The role provides a platform to apply legal operations expertise in a dynamic and innovative environment, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to the company's mission of delivering exceptional experiences to fans. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to employee well-being, FanDuel offers a compelling opportunity for career advancement.