Senior Manager, Legal Operations

Aptiv•Troy, MI

13d

About The Position

Senior Manager, Legal Operations Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying . On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention- to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/ This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers. Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us? YOUR ROLE The Senior Manager, Legal Operations will support the smooth running of the Global Legal & Compliance function (“GLC”), serving as primary liaison for HR , Finance and IT. This critical role will lead Legal Operations including Technology Program management, budget management, outside counsel and vendor management. In addition, this role will manage the legal team comms and HR processes (with HR support).

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degrees preferred
Experience: 5+ years of experience in corporate legal department management
Hands on experience with Onit ELM and Billing Point or an equivalent ELM platform
Proven record of driving technology adoption and operational process improvement
Strong understanding of legal operations best practices, matter management and spend control
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI preferred
Excellent project management skills

Nice To Haves

Onit Matter Management (ELM)
Onit/BillingPoint (E-Billing)
Onit Legal Holds
Vendor experience preferred: NAVEX Ethics Point NAVEX Disclosure Manager NAVEX PolicyTech NAVEX Code of Conduct Diligent (Entity Management)

Responsibilities

Technology Program Management Optimization of GLC tools and sites
Vendor management and tool implementation (GLC-wide and enterprise-wide)
System Administration, User adoption (support and training)
Technology Operations Monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc reporting, including data analytics
Compliant invoice approval processes
Practice management improvements
Outside Counsel Management Engaging and onboarding Outside Counsel
Rate and discount negotiations
Drafting and publishing Outside Counsel policy, requirements and documentation
Vendor compliance with Aptiv policies and processes
Co-ordinate BillingPoint onboarding (E-Billing tool)
GLC Finance Budget planning and management support
Matter budget/vendor budget/accruals support
Development for Tableau Forecast dashboard
Management of vendor PO process for GLC vendors
Address queries and changes posed by Aptiv Finance and Tax teams
GLC Comms GLC Team Comms: GC team communications, Leadership team meetings, function-wide meetings
Knowledge management: manage GLC SharePoint site