Manager, Legal Operations and Services

Manager, Legal Operations and Services

Location: Morristown, NJ (Hybrid)

Join Lonza’s North American Legal team and help shape how we operate, innovate, and deliver legal services. In this role, you will drive efficiency, lead key initiatives, and support strategic priorities.

What you will get:

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $105,000 – $130,000. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

Performance-related bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plan

Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off (PTO)

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge

What you will do:

Lead legal operations across North America, improving processes and how the team manages resources

Drive legal technology initiatives, including matter management systems, legal holds, AI tools, and e-signature platforms

Manage and develop a small team of paralegals, supporting performance and career growth

Oversee confidentiality agreements (CDAs) and corporate governance activities across North American entities

Manage budgets, including forecasting, tracking spend, and optimizing legal resources

Coordinate outside counsel, including engagement, fee planning, and performance analysis

Support strategic and sensitive projects, including mergers and acquisitions

What we are looking for:

Significant experience in an in-house legal or similar environment

Strong financial and operational management skills, including budgeting and reporting

Confidence using legal technologies, with interest in learning new tools, including AI solutions

Ability to manage priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with internal teams and external partners

Proven leadership and team development experience

High level of integrity, discretion, and sound professional judgment

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.