Sr Manager Legal Operations & Planning

Job description

Department: Legal Our Company Promise: We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: As Sr Manager of Legal Operations & Planning, you’ll serve as a strategic and operational partner to Southwest’s Chief Legal Officer, helping ensure the Legal organization and related Teams operate with clarity, discipline, and impact. You’ll lead integrated planning, strengthen operational cadence, and drive cross ‑ functional coordination across Legal, Governmental Affairs, Labor Relations, and key partner Teams including Finance, People, Technology, and Communications. This role focuses on improving how work gets done— optimizing resources, advancing technology and AI capabilities, strengthening performance insights, and enhancing communication flow. Through thoughtful leadership, data ‑ driven recommendations, and a focus on c...