[Hiring] Head of Legal Operations @Sword

Role Description

Sword is seeking a strategic, technology-forward, and execution-oriented Head of Legal Operations to build and scale the systems, processes, and technology that power our Legal department.

As a core member of the Legal leadership team, you will own operational workflows, data, and tools that enable the deep legal knowledge and expertise to reach the business quickly, consistently, and at scale.

In this role, you will:

• Own our legal technology ecosystem and shape how Legal uses AI and automation.
• Embed Legal into the company’s operating cadence, aligning with the business on planning, priorities, intake, and delivery.
• Drive operational excellence across the department, from workflow design to metrics and reporting.
• Lead high-impact strategic projects across Legal and the broader organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in legal operations, legal technology, strategic project management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience owning, implementing, and optimizing legal technology platforms, including CLM or comparable enterprise systems.
• Experience designing scalable workflows, improving processes, and implementing operational best practices.
• Experience evaluating and implementing AI-enabled tools, automation solutions, or technology-driven process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of initiatives, and drive results with minimal oversight.
• Strong technical aptitude and experience collaborating with IT, Engineering, and other technical teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, navigate ambiguity, and balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution.

Requirements

• Experience in healthcare technology, digital health, life sciences, or another highly regulated industry.
• Experience building or scaling legal operations in a startup or high-growth company, including managing other legal operations team members.
• Familiarity with legal technology platforms such as Ironclad, Spotdraft, or comparable solutions.

Benefits

• Total Compensation Range: $213,793 — $335,961 USD.
• Country-specific benefits may vary and will be detailed separately.