Legal Operations Lead

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Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in legal operations, project management, or in a related field
• Experience developing matter management and knowledge management systems
• Strong project management, critical thinking, and analytical skills (PMP or Agile certification is a plus)
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with legal technology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including tact, sensitivity, and interacting well with management at all levels
• Proven self-starter who can prioritize and manage multiple projects and responsibilities with agility and efficiency, acting as a pivotal contributor to a high-performing team
• Proactive and adaptable: confidently makes informed decisions, thrives with minimal guidance, and enjoys a dynamic environment that celebrates innovation
• Outstanding attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills

Responsibilities:

• Lead matter management and knowledge management initiatives
• Facilitate knowledge sharing across the legal department and other departments
• Implement strategies to capture and leverage institutional knowledge
• Evaluate, implement, and manage legal technology solutions
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the legal department
• Develop and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency for the legal department
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment on legal operations initiatives
• Support the legal department’s budgeting, procurement and financial management activities
• Provide operational support and project management support to the legal team as needed