Legal Operations Manager

Overview

A company specializing in innovative warehouse-as-a-service solutions is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Legal Operations Manager to support its legal team. This role is critical in managing the administrative and operational functions of a fast-paced legal department, with a focus on contract management, intellectual property management, and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, formatting, and administratively managing complex agreements such as Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and technology licenses.
• Support corporate governance by maintaining corporate records and assisting with the preparation and filing of various corporate filings.
• Coordinate corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and financing; oversee due diligence data rooms and liaise with external counsel.
• Manage the legal billing process, review outside counsel invoices, and ensure cost-effective use of external legal resources.
• Maintain and update corporate entity records, state filings, and business licenses to ensure the organization remains in good standing across all jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of paralegal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house roles.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Experience managing an international trademark portfolio.
• Proven experience supporting Board-level functions and managing corporate entities and filings.
• Proficiency with contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional writing skills and the ability to interact professionally with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Self-starter capable of managing multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license required; up to 10% travel may be necessary for client or customer site visits.

Location

Not specified.