Mid Level Legal Director Jobs
Mid level legal director jobs go to attorneys ready to own complex legal matters end to end, guide junior counsel, and shape organizational decisions with limited oversight from senior leadership. Openings run across Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Education, with 57% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Fitch Ratings, CRUSOE, and Optum hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Fox Corporation’s Legal Technology group is seeking an attorney to join our team. You will play a key role in advising on technology solutions across the organization and drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of technology agreements. You will be working collaboratively with subject matter experts within our legal teams and cross-functionally with colleagues across our organization, including Platform and Emerging Technology, Information Security, and Broadcast Operations teams, to provide legal support on technology issues relating to all aspects of FOX’s media businesses, including, but not limited to, enterprise technology, delivery and distribution, procurement, sourcing and cybersecurity initiatives. You are a proactive and collaborative team player who is excited to learn, develop expertise in emerging technologies, and be challenged. The Legal Technology team is fast-paced and collaborative, as we work on challenging technical and legal issues in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. This position is based in our Los Angeles office.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial, technology, and software licensing agreements, including MSAs, SaaS agreements and associated privacy and data processing terms (e.g., DPAs), consulting agreements, service level agreements, EULAs, sourcing agreements, and software/equipment-related agreements under the direction of the Legal Technology team
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to confidently collaborate with client stakeholders and colleagues on the legal team
- Manage a high-volume workload of multiple projects by prioritizing effectively and escalating complex, novel, or high-risk matters where appropriate
- Develop and maintain knowledge of consumer protection, data use, privacy, and data security laws and regulations, as well as evolving industry standards, and seek senior input as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctor Degree with strong academic credentials from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
- 3-8 years of combined, relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house in a technology or media/entertainment company and fast-paced environment
- Experience with commercial technology licensing (e.g., SaaS) and other procurement transactions, including exposure to artificial intelligence and related technologies
- Familiarity with ancillary subject matter associated with new media, digital and technology matters (e.g., FCC, FTC, copyright and privacy legislation, and industry practices)
- Excellent negotiating and drafting skills, with strong attention to detail and sound analytical abilities
- Ability to balance legal protections with practical business needs, while identifying and escalating issues requiring strategic direction
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently on routine matters, while working collaboratively with senior colleagues on more complex issues
- Strong communication, judgment, and relationship-building skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Admission to the State Bar of California. Registered In-House Counsel is acceptable
- Familiarity with data and information privacy/security best practices
- Experience with digital platforms and streaming products
INTRODUCTION
Fox Corporation’s Legal Technology group is seeking an attorney to join our team. You will play a key role in advising on technology solutions across the organization and drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of technology agreements. You will be working collaboratively with subject matter experts within our legal teams and cross-functionally with colleagues across our organization, including Platform and Emerging Technology, Information Security, and Broadcast Operations teams, to provide legal support on technology issues relating to all aspects of FOX’s media businesses, including, but not limited to, enterprise technology, delivery and distribution, procurement, sourcing and cybersecurity initiatives. You are a proactive and collaborative team player who is excited to learn, develop expertise in emerging technologies, and be challenged. The Legal Technology team is fast-paced and collaborative, as we work on challenging technical and legal issues in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. This position is based in our Los Angeles office.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial, technology, and software licensing agreements, including MSAs, SaaS agreements and associated privacy and data processing terms (e.g., DPAs), consulting agreements, service level agreements, EULAs, sourcing agreements, and software/equipment-related agreements under the direction of the Legal Technology team
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to confidently collaborate with client stakeholders and colleagues on the legal team
- Manage a high-volume workload of multiple projects by prioritizing effectively and escalating complex, novel, or high-risk matters where appropriate
- Develop and maintain knowledge of consumer protection, data use, privacy, and data security laws and regulations, as well as evolving industry standards, and seek senior input as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctor Degree with strong academic credentials from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
- 3-8 years of combined, relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house in a technology or media/entertainment company and fast-paced environment
- Experience with commercial technology licensing (e.g., SaaS) and other procurement transactions, including exposure to artificial intelligence and related technologies
- Familiarity with ancillary subject matter associated with new media, digital and technology matters (e.g., FCC, FTC, copyright and privacy legislation, and industry practices)
- Excellent negotiating and drafting skills, with strong attention to detail and sound analytical abilities
- Ability to balance legal protections with practical business needs, while identifying and escalating issues requiring strategic direction
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently on routine matters, while working collaboratively with senior colleagues on more complex issues
- Strong communication, judgment, and relationship-building skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Admission to the State Bar of California. Registered In-House Counsel is acceptable
- Familiarity with data and information privacy/security best practices
- Experience with digital platforms and streaming products
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Mid Level Legal Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level legal director job?
Position yourself by highlighting direct ownership of legal matters, not just support work. Emphasize deals you led, disputes you managed independently, or compliance programs you built. Tailor your application to show subject-matter depth in the employer's industry, and quantify your impact wherever possible. Hiring managers at this level are looking for attorneys who operate with initiative, not ones who wait for direction.
Which companies hire mid level legal directors?
Companies hiring mid level legal directors right now include Fitch Ratings, CRUSOE, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises with dedicated legal departments, growth-stage companies building out in-house counsel teams, and regulated industries that need attorneys who can operate independently on complex matters.
Are there remote mid level legal director jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by practice area and employer. About 57% of mid level legal director openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making flexible arrangements more common than many attorneys expect. Roles in corporate law, compliance, and contract management tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while litigation-heavy positions typically require more in-person presence.
How do I move up to a mid level legal director role?
The path from early-career attorney to mid level legal director runs through deepening specialization and taking on progressively independent work. Build a clear practice area focus, seek out matters where you own the outcome rather than assist on it, and demonstrate that you can advise business clients without supervision. Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to process improvements signals readiness for the ownership that mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level legal directors?
Mid Level legal director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they face sustained regulatory complexity, high transaction volume, or rapid growth that creates consistent demand for attorneys who can operate independently across a range of legal matters.