Strategic Projects Lead (Legal)
True Talent Solutions Partners · San Francisco · onsite
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.