Legal Operations Specialist (Fluent in Mandarin)
Overview
A global content and social platform is seeking a Legal Operations professional to support its growing U.S. legal function. This role reports directly to the sole U.S.-based attorney and will be instrumental in building the legal operations foundation for an expanding international business.
Responsibilities
- Support outside counsel management
- Oversee legal spend and invoice processing
- Administer e-billing systems
- Review routine commercial agreements such as NDAs, Statements of Work, and Purchase Orders
- Make recommendations for future legal technology solutions as the legal function scales
Requirements
- Prior experience supporting a startup or lean legal department
- Ability to read and write Chinese is a plus but not required
Position Details
- Start date: ASAP
- Duration: Initial 2-3 months
- Hours: 10–20 hours per week
- Location: Fully remote; candidates local to the San Francisco Bay Area are preferred
- Hourly rate: $66 to $76, based on qualifications, skillset, experience, client needs, and project requirements
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate within the stated range
- Benefits available as per the employer's policies
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
Fair Chance Employment
In compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered, and background checks are not conducted prior to an offer of employment.