At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
About Gilead
At Gilead Sciences, we're driven by our mission to discover, develop, and deliver innovative therapeutics that improve the lives of patients worldwide. Our Legal Operations team plays a critical role in enabling the Legal department to operate efficiently, strategically, and in alignment with Gilead's values of integrity, inclusion, teamwork, and excellence.
Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Manager, Legal Operations with a strong background in legal data analytics, vendor management, and legal technology. This role will support the Legal department by delivering actionable insights, optimizing systems like TeamConnect , TAP , Tableau, SAP and enhancing the management of outside counsel and legal vendors . The ideal candidate will bring over 8 years of experience and a passion for driving operational excellence through data.
This role is located at our global headquarters in Foster City, CA. We offer a hybrid environment with 3 days onsite (Tues-Thurs).
Key Responsibilities
Lead data analysis initiatives to support corporate affairs, legal and compliance spend management, vendor performance and management, and matter lifecycle tracking.
Administer and optimize TeamConnect , TAP , Tableau, SAP including configuration, reporting, and workflow enhancements.
Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards and reports to monitor legal KPIs, budget adherence, and vendor metrics.
Partner with Legal, Finance, and Procurement and other relevant stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and alignment across systems.
Drive improvements in outside counsel and vendor management, including rate benchmarking, performance evaluation, and diversity tracking.
Support strategic planning and forecasting through data modeling and trend analysis.
Ensure data governance and integrity across legal systems and tools.
Contribute to cross-functional projects focused on process improvement and technology enablement.
Qualifications
6+ years of experience in legal operations, data analytics, or a related field with a bachelor's degree or 4 years with a master's degree.
Expertise in TeamConnect , TAP , Tableau, and SAP including advanced reporting and workflow management.
Proven experience managing outside counsel and legal vendors, including spend analysis and performance tracking.
Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and Excel.
Excellent analytical, communication, and program coordination and execution skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across departments.
Strong understanding of data governance, compliance, and legal operations best practices.
Preferred Skills
Good interpersonal relationship skills to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines for data provision
Good numeracy skills
3-5 years of experience in legal operations, in a law firm or a corporate legal department.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, TeamConnect , TAP, Tableau and SAP, is required.
Bachelor's degree in business, Legal Studies, Data Science, or related field; advanced degree or certification preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills,
Knowledge of legal department budgeting and forecasting.
People Leader Accountabilities:
-Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the
way they manage their teams.
-Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current
performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and
realize their purpose.
-Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding
them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
The salary range for this position is: $136,340.00 - $176,440.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
