Legal Operations Manager

• Legal Process Optimization:

• Identify, analyze, and implement improvements in legal department workflows and processes.
• Develop and document standardized processes to enhance efficiency and consistency in legal operations.
• Streamline contract management processes, including template creation and implementation of contract lifecycle tools.

• Technology & Systems Management:

• Manage and implement legal technology tools, including contract management systems, e-billing platforms, and knowledge management systems.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to improve the overall efficiency of the legal team.
• Oversee the data management strategy, ensuring effective tracking, reporting, and accessibility.

• Project Management & Coordination:

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects that support the legal departments goals, including integration with other business functions (e.g., finance, HR, IT).
• Act as a liaison between the legal department and other internal teams to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting for the legal department.

• Vendor & External Counsel Management:

• Manage relationships with external law firms, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost-effective legal services.
• Oversee billing and budgeting for external legal services, ensuring compliance with company guidelines.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance.

• Legal Department Strategy & Reporting:

• Provide regular updates on legal operations to the General Counsel and senior leadership.
• Develop and present operational metrics to measure the department’s efficiency, effectiveness, and cost management.
• Implement and manage KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for the legal team’s performance.

• Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies related to legal operations.
• Coordinate with the compliance team to implement risk mitigation strategies.

• Team Support & Development:

• Mentor and train junior legal ops staff, helping them develop professionally within the legal operations domain.
• Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment for the legal department.

Email at: Muskaan.manzoor@cielhr.com