Director of Data Analytics and Business Systems
Legora
Data Science
New York, NY, USA
Location
New York City
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
CorporateFinance
About Us
Legora is on a mission: to redefine how legal work gets done. From the very start we have been very clear about the fact that we are not building a solution for lawyers, we are building it with them, because it is the only way to make sure it gets done the right way; working side-by-side every step of the way.
Our AI-native workspace empowers legal professionals not just to work faster - but to ask better questions, unlock new insights. Every day, we push the boundaries of legal tech to make complex processes smarter, faster, and more human. From thousands of documents analysed in minutes to intelligent workflows designed in collaboration with leading practices, we’re turning possibility into reality.
Today we are trusted by global firms like Cleary Gottlieb, Goodwin, Bird & Bird and Linklaters in over 40 countries, but we have no plans on stopping here. We ship fast, we iterate effectively, and we scale rapidly - not by accident, but by design.
When you join Legora, you become part of a team that believes "good enough" isn’t good enough and that the way to win is together, by empowering lawyers to do their best work with technology that truly understands them. If you’re excited by building from first principles, working with exceptional people, and accelerating change in a high-stakes, high-impact domain—then this is the moment and the place.
We’re not just shaping the future of legal tech — we’re defining it. Ready to join us in building the intelligent future of law?
As a Director of Business Analytics and Business Systems at Legora, you will lead the data and systems power decision-making across the company. You will be at the center of our business, owning the analytics function and the systems that enable it.
You will define our data strategy, build scalable infrastructure, and ensure teams have the insights and tools they need to operate effectively, partnering closely with leaders across Finance, GTM, Product, and Operations to turn data into a strategic advantage.
What You’ll Do
Define and lead the company’s analytics and business systems strategy, aligned with overall business goals
Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing team across analytics, data, and business systems
Own the development of dashboards, reporting frameworks, and KPIs that drive decision-making across teams
Partner with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities, measure performance, and unlock growth
Oversee the architecture, implementation, and optimization of core business systems
Drive automation and process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership and board-level discussions
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Evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to support evolving business needs
What You Bring
Strong experience in analytics, business intelligence, data, or business systems
Proven experience building and scaling analytics or business systems functions in a high-growth environment
Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and analytics best practices
Experience managing core business systems such as CRM, ERP, and BI tools
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to connect data to business outcomes
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience partnering with senior leadership
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Nice To Have
Experience in SaaS, fintech, or other data-driven industries
Familiarity with modern data stacks
Experience with RevOps, FP&A, or go-to-market analytics
Background in SQL, Python, or other data tools
Experience supporting executive reporting and board materials
What's In It For You
Global collaboration: Partner with teams and clients across Stockholm, New York, London, and Sydney.
Competitive package: Comprehensive salary, benefits, and tools for success.
Meaningful work: Your efforts shape how thousands of lawyers use AI daily.
In-person environment: Union Square office designed for ambitious builders and company provided lunch daily.
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Benefits & Perks: We invest in our people with a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits package:
Medical, Dental & VisionMultiple medical plan options via Aetna and Kaiser Permanente
HSA or Healthcare FSA (based on plan selection)
Dental plans via MetLife
Vision plans via Vision Care
Family Support
Generous parental leave
Free access to Maven Clinic
Dependent Care FSA
Free One Medical membership for employees and dependents
Additional Perks
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life Insurance + STD/LTD
401(K) with generous company match
Unlimited PTO
Robust voluntary benefits, including identity protection (via Aura), legal coverage via MetLife, pet savings programs, and more
Legora is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Legora, we believe great teams are built on diversity of thought and experience. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive, high-performance culture where everyone can do their best work. We welcome people of all backgrounds and don’t discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.