Category Manager - Legal Services

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We are seeking someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.

What you will do:

As Category Manager for Legal Services, you will lead a high-impact, enterprise-wide portfolio encompassing hundreds of suppliers that support our firm’s legal services.
You will be accountable for shaping and executing a comprehensive category strategy that supports the firm’s broader business objectives, driving financial value, ensuring regulatory and policy compliance, advancing sustainable procurement practices, and enhancing the colleague experience.

In this strategic role, you will define the long-term direction of the Legal Services category by developing forward-looking plans, building strong cross-functional partnerships, and fostering relationships with top-tier and niche external legal service providers.

You will collaborate closely with global and local legal colleagues to identify and act on opportunities to rationalize the supplier landscape, expand strategic partnerships, and optimize costs without compromising quality, performance, or client satisfaction. A strong focus will be placed on risk mitigation, improving contract structures, and ensuring invoice accuracy and audit readiness.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, PhD) or equivalent practical experience strongly preferred
• 6+ years of experience in sourcing, category management, procurement, or consulting in the Professional Services category, with a strong track record of delivering business value
• Proven ability to assess complex problems, synthesize insights, and drive data-backed decisions. Skilled in creating and interpreting analytical outputs, including Excel models and category performance reports
• Ability to produce high-quality deliverables, including PowerPoint presentations, sourcing documentation, contract summaries, and other written materials that support decision-making
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, balance long- and short-term goals, and see initiatives through from concept to execution
• Strong time management and attention to detail in a dynamic, fast-paced, and often autonomous work environment
• Demonstrated ability to drive structured processes and deliver consistent, repeatable outcomes
• Adept at building trusted relationships across functions, geographies, and levels of seniority
• Ability to influence without authority and work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Embraces a collaborative, non-hierarchical approach and fosters a culture of mutual respect and accountability
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to a variety of audiences and seniority levels. Comfortable presenting to, and influencing, senior stakeholders

For more information about our company, as well as our firm culture and benefits, please visit our firm profile.