Legal Operations Manager

Overview

This is a fully remote role with an organization in the medical technology industry focused on developing new cardiovascular therapies. As the organization grows beyond its startup phase, it is building the legal and contracts infrastructure needed for operational stability and expansion.

The Legal Operations Manager will oversee contract lifecycle management and daily legal operations, acting as the primary liaison with outside counsel. This position involves implementing practical systems and maintaining records that support compliance and growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract lifecycle, including intake, drafting, negotiation, approval, execution, and renewal tracking.
• Negotiate commercial agreements within authorized limits, including vendor, consulting, nondisclosure, software, supply, and service contracts.
• Coordinate clinical trial agreements, site budgets, and CRO contracts with internal teams and outside counsel.
• Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, approval workflows, and signature authority matrices.
• Escalate complex or high-risk contract terms to outside counsel with clear summaries and recommendations.
• Maintain corporate records, including board minutes, consents, bylaws, and entity documentation.
• Prepare board meeting materials and manage quarterly board meeting schedules.
• Administer equity documentation and coordinate financing transaction due diligence.
• Manage outside counsel relationships, legal spend, and budgeting.
• Implement and oversee a scalable contract management system.
• Track intellectual property matters with patent counsel.
• Coordinate policy records, employment agreements, and regulatory documentation.
• Report on contract volume, cycle times, and legal expenditures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in contracts, legal operations, or corporate paralegal roles.
• Proven ability to negotiate commercial agreements within defined guidelines.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, equity administration, and financing processes.
• Strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and clear written communication.

Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated salary range: $90,000 to $110,000 (actual compensation based on experience, qualifications, and location).
• Compensation may include bonuses, equity, and company-sponsored benefits.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.