Legal Operations & Litigation Manager

DEPARTMENT:                   Legal

REPORTS TO:                    VP, General Counsel

STATUS:                              Full-Time; Non-Exempt

San Diego Padres Commitment:

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.

If you are not sure you’re 100% qualified but are up for the challenge – we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way. 

Your role as Legal Operations & Litigation Manager:         

You will lead the operational backbone of our Legal Department while managing our litigation portfolio. This role combines strategic leadership in legal operations with hands-on litigation management, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and predictable outcomes.

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:                                    

• Litigation Management: Manage end-to-end litigation processes including intake, insurance management, scoping, law firm selection, case strategy, discovery, settlement planning, and implement playbooks for litigation matters


• Legal Operations Leadership: Oversee filing and management systems, billing, and implement standard operating procedures and playbooks


• Financial & Vendor Oversight: Build budgets, negotiate rates, track spend vs. plan, and maintain law firm scorecards


• Technology & Data: Drive adoption of technology and tools, including AI


• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, managing correspondence, organizing files, and assisting the General Counsel with document review, research, and other tasks


• Stakeholder Communication: Coordinate cross-department communication with all departments of the organization

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most:             

• Proficient to advanced computer skills including experience with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., and general knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, laser printer, telephone, and computer


• Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner


• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high volumes of detailed work, multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlines


• Maintain strict confidence and professionalism in all aspects of the role


• Maintain professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion, integrity, and accountability


• Maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance

You will be required to meet the following:

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment


• Minimum 4-year Bachelor’s Degree


• Minimum 3 years previous experience in legal operations, litigation management, legal assistant, insurance or closely related roles


• Proven executive-level communication and project leadership skills, including the ability to prioritize large volumes of projects and meet strict deadlines


• Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish a plus


• Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as needed


• Able to travel as needed


• Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds


• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check 

Pay and additional compensation:

Per the California pay transparency law, the base pay range for this full-time position is $36.06 to $40.87. As a candidate for this position, your pay and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills and any other factors the San Diego Padres considers relevant to the hiring decision for this position.

In addition to the base pay, the Padres believe in providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package for its employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match + automatic company Safe Harbor contribution, Basic Life Insurance (with option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance), Pet Insurance, generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday program, paid employee parking, onsite barista service, employer provided game tickets to home games, onsite experiences, ballpark discounts on food and retail, work from home Fridays (during the off-season and when team is on the road), smart casual dress code and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents which may be modified or amended at any given time.

The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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