Strategic Projects Lead (Legal)

About the Role

Join an applied AI research team that creates expert-led training data for advanced AI systems. In this strategic legal role, you will own client projects and internal initiatives that help improve how AI systems handle complex, real-world reasoning.

What You'll Do

• Work with leading AI research organizations to develop high-quality legal datasets that support model training and generate revenue.

• Manage teams of legal and other domain experts through project execution.

• Partner with internal teams on AI research and data development.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives and support operational work as an early team member.

• Own client relationships and projects from initial planning through delivery.

What We're Looking For

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

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

• Strong legal reasoning and research skills, including the ability to distinguish rigorous analysis from superficial answers.

• Excellent communication, client management, and project ownership skills.

• Experience in a demanding environment such as law, consulting, investment banking, or a fast-paced startup.

• An undergraduate degree from a US, Canadian, or European university; exceptional experience may offset this preference.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, with a schedule that may require more than 40 hours in some weeks.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

On-site in San Francisco, California.