Intelligence Transformation Manager

Cooley LLP

. Lead a team of Intelligence Transformation Analysts embedded in the firm's Intelligence functions .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $175,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading intelligence transformation initiatives, focusing on automation and process improvement while effectively bridging technical and business teams. Proficient in SQL, data analysis, and training program development within the legal intelligence domain.

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SQL ProficiencyIntelligence Domain ExpertiseAutomation and Transformation ExperienceTraining Program DevelopmentAgile or Scrum Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisAutomation IdentificationBusiness Case DevelopmentSQL QueryingPerformance Appraisal Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCoachingJudgmentAttention to DetailCollaborative Spirit

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteIManageResearch MonitorWestlawLexisNexis

Certifications & Qualifications

DAMA-DMBOKCDMPAgile CertificationScrum Certification

Industry Keywords

Legal IntelligenceKnowledge ManagementInformation ServicesData ProductsResource Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of Intelligence Transformation Analysts embedded in the firm's Intelligence functions
Study how manual intelligence work is performed and identify what can be automated or transformed
Bridge the Intelligence function and technical delivery teams
Serve as the primary subject matter expert liaison to technical delivery teams for Matter Intelligence and Resource Management
Translate business, legal, and operational requirements into structured specifications for the Data Products team
Translate technical constraints and capabilities into terms Intelligence stakeholders can understand
Participate in delivery ceremonies as the standing Intelligence subject matter expert representative
Build relationships with Data Engineering & Platform, Platform Governance & Quality, and Data Products functions
Lead structured reviews of business-as-usual activity to identify automation and transformation candidates
Maintain a prioritized automation and transformation backlog
Direct analysts in developing evidence-based business cases
Own a rolling transformation and automation roadmap
Report progress and escalate risks or blockers to the Associate Director
Explore automation solutions through lightweight prototyping and platform capability investigation
Assess retirement, consolidation, or integration of existing tooling with relevant managers
Lead delivery of the data skills and reskilling program
Develop curriculum and training plans for the Intelligence team
Deliver or coordinate training sessions and on-the-job stretch assignments
Track progress against the reskilling plan and adjust content and pace
Maintain documentation for Data Council reporting and governance
Lead, develop, and retain Intelligence Transformation Analysts
Supervise and mentor direct reports
Manage staffing coverage, time logs, time-off requests, performance appraisals, counseling, hiring, and other employee lifecycle events
Support professional development and continued educational opportunities
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

After orientation at Cooley LLP, proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage, and other firm applications
Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required
Ability to travel, as required
5+ years of applicable experience in legal intelligence, competitive intelligence, knowledge management, or a related intelligence or information services role, with technical fluency in data analysis
Hands-on SQL proficiency sufficient to query, analyze, and validate data from structured data environments, and to review and coach analyst-level SQL work
Experience partnering with technical or engineering teams, including familiarity with Agile or Scrum delivery ceremonies and backlog management
Experience identifying, scoping, and building the business case for automation or process transformation opportunities in an intelligence or information services context
Experience designing or delivering training, upskilling, or reskilling programs for a team
Supervisory experience preferred
Experience with legal research or intelligence platforms such as Research Monitor, EOS, Litera Foundation, Westlaw, or LexisNexis preferred
Working familiarity with Databricks, data lake concepts, or comparable cloud data platform environments preferred
Experience with matter or experience management data, or with resource and vendor management in a law firm context preferred
Experience using AI-assisted tools or lightweight prototyping approaches preferred
DAMA-DMBOK, CDMP, comparable data management certification, or Agile or Scrum certification preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Strong intelligence domain expertise and technical curiosity
Ability to work with intelligence stakeholders and technical delivery teams
Strong analytical, program, backlog management, teaching, coaching, judgment, and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects, and client data
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and develop talent
Collaborative spirit and high level of professionalism

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Health savings account (with applicable medical plan)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Long-term care coverage
Backup care for children and/or adults
Other parental support benefits
Firm-paid life insurance
Firm-paid AD&D
LTD benefits
Short-term medical benefits
21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 paid holidays each year
Generous parental leave
Fertility benefits
Competitive compensation