Strategic Projects Lead (Legal)

About the Role

Join an applied AI research team focused on creating high-quality training data that helps advanced AI systems handle complex, real-world work. In this role, you will bring legal expertise to client projects and internal initiatives, helping teams deliver rigorous work at pace.

What You'll Do

• Manage client relationships and legal projects from planning through delivery.

• Lead teams of subject-matter experts across areas such as finance, software engineering, and science.

• Collaborate with internal teams on AI research and dataset development.

• Drive cross-functional initiatives and support operational projects as an early team member.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years of substantive legal experience in a law firm, in-house role, government or regulatory body, or legal technology startup.

• A JD or equivalent qualification, with hands-on experience drafting, negotiating, litigating, or providing legal advice.

• Strong legal reasoning and research skills, with a clear understanding of what makes analysis rigorous.

• Excellent communication and client management skills, and the ability to own projects end to end.

• Experience in a demanding, fast-paced environment such as legal consulting, a startup, or professional services.

• An undergraduate degree from a US, Canadian, or European university, or equivalent standout experience.

• Comfort working an intensive schedule, including five weekdays, some Sunday availability, and occasional 60-plus-hour weeks when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.

Location

On-site in San Francisco, California.