Legal Operations Director

About CrunchyrollFounded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love.Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!About The RoleWe’re looking for a Legal Operations Director to serve as a high-impact individual contributor who serves as the strategic partner and operational lead to the General Counsel. This role drives the effectiveness and evolution of the Legal function across strategy, AI, technology, operations, and financial management.You will translate the General Counsel’s vision into clear priorities, scalable systems, and measurable outcomes, serving as a force multiplier for the Legal leadership team and a key connector across Legal, Finance, Technology, and People teams.This role is ideal for you if you’re highly analytical, execution-focused, and able to influence at the executive level in a fast-moving, complex environmentWhat You’ll DoPartner with the General Counsel to define and execute Legal’s strategy, priorities, and operating rhythms (OKRs, business reviews), driving alignment, accountability, and measurable outcomesPrepare executive materials and surface key risks, opportunities, and insights to inform senior leadership and board-level decisionsDefine and implement Legal’s AI strategy, including tool selection, governance, and responsible adoption to improve efficiency and insight generationOwn Legal tech (including CLM), driving roadmap, system performance, and adoption in partnership with ITLead budget planning, forecasting, and vendor strategy, including outside counsel management, performance, and cost optimizationBuild and scale knowledge management (templates, playbooks, summaries) to improve access, consistency, and decision-makingRedesign and standardize Legal processes; lead change management to drive adoption, efficiency, and continuous improvementEstablish metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track performance, demand, and impact, and guide resourcing and prioritiesLead cross-functional initiatives and represent Legal in company-wide efforts (e.g., AI, compliance, M&A), delivering high-impact strategic projectsWe are considering applicants available to work a hybrid schedule, with three days each week onsite at our Los Angeles office.About YouWe get excited about candidates, like you, because you have12+ years of experience in legal operations within an in-house legal team or law firmProven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution, with measurable impactExperience partnering with C-level executives; strong ability to influence decisions and operate at the executive levelExperience leading AI, automation, or data-driven transformation initiatives within Legal or adjacent functionsHands-on experience with legal technology, particularly CLM systems, including implementation or optimizationFamiliarity with core legal operations domains (e.g., e-billing, matter management, knowledge management)Strong financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, vendor management, and KPI developmentHigh level of discretion and judgment in handling sensitive and confidential informationHighly structured and detail-oriented, with the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environmentsExceptional communication skills, including executive-level presentations and materialsBackground in media, entertainment, technology, or global organizations preferredBachelor’s degree required; J.D. or advanced degree, or equivalent experience preferredWhy you will love working at CrunchyrollIn addition to getting to work with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits and perks:Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insuranceHealth Saving Account HSA programHealth care and dependent care FSA401(k) plan, with employer matchEmployer paid commuter benefitSupport program for new parentsPet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!The Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Crunchyroll’s Total Rewards offerings for employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, employer matched retirement savings, time-off programs, and progressive health benefits and perks.Pay Transparency - Los Angeles, CA$170,000—$210,000 USDAbout Our ValuesWe want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We valueCourage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves. Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding. Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress.Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others. Our commitment to diversity and inclusionOur mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.Questions about Crunchyroll’s hiring process? 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