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, Law & Legal Services, and Investment & Asset Management, with 38% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Jobot, HARVEY, and Apple hiring at this level now.
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Description
Law Department
Project Manager IV
- Public Service is calling you!
- Defend the treasury of one of “America’s Greatest Cities.”
- Relaxed and Collegial Work Environment
- Located in Exciting Downtown Detroit
We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.
Examples of Duties
Analyzes data from a variety of database sources and formats for research, systems, and report design.
Assists stakeholders in understanding generated reports, outputs, and operational interfaces, and counsels them on their use, and in finding ways to be used to improve their functionality.
Drive process improvement initiatives, including automation, on the process’s tools used to increase the capability and efficiency of reporting efforts.
Produce summarization reports, outputs, and operational interfaces that present research findings to stakeholders.
Responsible for Data Management best practices, quality, and advanced Data Management activities (Acquisitions, Reorganizations, Advanced Data Setup, etc.).
Works in conjunction with the department/division leader to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change management across the Department.
Responsible for Data Management best practice, quality standards and advanced Data Management activities (Acquisitions, Reorganizations, Advance Data Setup, etc.).
Works in conjunction with the department/division leader to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change control management across the Department.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field.
- Significantly advanced levels of responsibility and four to five (4-5) years of years of project management or data analytics experience.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 30%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 70%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points
LRD: 3/12/2026
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources modeling.
- Information technology.
- Management principles and generally accepted methodologies and procedures.
- Project management tools and software packages.
- Data analysis.
- Effective written and oral communication.
- Gathering, organizing, and analyzing information.
- Initiative and Self-Management.
- Organization.
- Professionalism and Credibility.
- Teamwork and team development.
- Various project management applications.
Ability To:
- Assume individual accountability for achieving goals with resourcefulness and minimal supervision.
- Bring focus and perspective to group and team projects.
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
- Communicate effectively verbally with tact and diplomacy.
- Respond to workplace dynamics in a timely and pro-active manner.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.
HEALTH
- Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Holidays
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
- Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
- In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
- Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
Description
Law Department
Project Manager IV
- Public Service is calling you!
- Defend the treasury of one of “America’s Greatest Cities.”
- Relaxed and Collegial Work Environment
- Located in Exciting Downtown Detroit
We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.
Examples of Duties
Analyzes data from a variety of database sources and formats for research, systems, and report design.
Assists stakeholders in understanding generated reports, outputs, and operational interfaces, and counsels them on their use, and in finding ways to be used to improve their functionality.
Drive process improvement initiatives, including automation, on the process’s tools used to increase the capability and efficiency of reporting efforts.
Produce summarization reports, outputs, and operational interfaces that present research findings to stakeholders.
Responsible for Data Management best practices, quality, and advanced Data Management activities (Acquisitions, Reorganizations, Advanced Data Setup, etc.).
Works in conjunction with the department/division leader to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change management across the Department.
Responsible for Data Management best practice, quality standards and advanced Data Management activities (Acquisitions, Reorganizations, Advance Data Setup, etc.).
Works in conjunction with the department/division leader to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change control management across the Department.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field.
- Significantly advanced levels of responsibility and four to five (4-5) years of years of project management or data analytics experience.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 30%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 70%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points
LRD: 3/12/2026
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources modeling.
- Information technology.
- Management principles and generally accepted methodologies and procedures.
- Project management tools and software packages.
- Data analysis.
- Effective written and oral communication.
- Gathering, organizing, and analyzing information.
- Initiative and Self-Management.
- Organization.
- Professionalism and Credibility.
- Teamwork and team development.
- Various project management applications.
Ability To:
- Assume individual accountability for achieving goals with resourcefulness and minimal supervision.
- Bring focus and perspective to group and team projects.
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
- Communicate effectively verbally with tact and diplomacy.
- Respond to workplace dynamics in a timely and pro-active manner.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.
HEALTH
- Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Holidays
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
- Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
- In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
- Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
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Who's Hiring
- Jobot24
- HARVEY17
- Apple12
- Amazon12
- Harvey10
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software80
- Law & Legal Services61
- Investment & Asset Management28
- Staffing & Recruiting25
- Retail24
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 Jobot, HARVEY, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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 38% of mid level legal director openings are remote or hybrid as of July 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, Law & Legal Services, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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.