Legal Operations Program Manager

Company SummaryEchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Department SummaryOur legal teams support the innovators driving the growth and success of EchoStar and its subsidiaries. From identifying and supporting a variety of corporate legal matters to negotiating the industry’s evolving legal landscape, our corporate counselors bring their own kind of invention to effect positive change across the company.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesCandidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.The Legal Operations Program Manager supports day-to-day operations and compliance initiatives within the Legal Department. This role drives operational excellence by administering legal systems, organizing data, and enabling the adoption of AI tools. Key efforts focus on streamlining workflows across cross-functional teams like HR and IT to enhance service quality and departmental effectiveness.What Success Looks Like (Objectives):Administer legal technology platforms, including e-billing, contract management, document management systems, and AI toolsMaintain the review process for AI in employment compliance by managing initial submission evaluationsStructure and organize legal records to improve data accessibility across the departmentGenerate dashboards and metrics tracking compliance performance to drive data-based decision-makingCoordinate vendor management activities, tracking performance, supporting contract renewals, and managing recordsImplement process improvements and knowledge governance frameworks that support AI adoption and team efficiencySkills, Experience and RequirementsCore Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring):AI literacy and application, specifically familiarity with emerging legal-specific AI tools and technology trendsStrong analytical ability to interpret complex data and compile actionable reportsProject management expertise to handle multiple initiatives and consistently meet overlapping deadlinesCross-functional collaboration skills to partner with IT and HR teams during system implementationExceptional written and oral communication skills paired with a strong reputation for integrity and ethicsHigh detail orientation and a strong bias for action in executing operational workflowsAdditional Qualifications:Experience in an in-house legal team, compliance department, or large law firmProfessional certifications such as IAPP privacy, PMP, or compliance certificationsMinimum Requirements:Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degreeMinimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in legal operations, compliance, or a related program management roleRequired Technical Skills:Document management systemsE-billing toolsContract management softwareVisa sponsorship not available for this roleSalary RangesCompensation: $83,950.00/Year - $119,900.00/Year BenefitsWe offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)