Operations Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in El Segundo, CA that is seeking an Operations Manager that plays a critical role in supporting the efficiency, execution, and impact of the Legal Department. This role partners with Legal leadership and attorneys to drive day-to-day operational excellence, manage projects and initiatives (including cross-functional activities), and support the delivery of legal services to business partners. This is an ideal role for a strong project manager and problem solver who enjoys building structure, improving processes, building trusted relationships in the business, and providing strategic input.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Legal Operations & Project Management:
* Manage, execute, and strategize regarding legal operations projects and initiatives, including process improvements and technology implementations that are cross-functional in nature
* Oversight of projects, programs, processes, and/or technology initiatives that are cross-functional in nature Support attorneys and Legal leadership with project planning, milestone tracking, timelines, and execution related to Legal's strategic initiatives
* Manage and optimize legal tools and systems (e.g., matter management, contract lifecycle management, e-billing)
* Support the development and maintenance of metrics, dashboards, and operational reporting to improve business visibility into Legal's workload, performance, and priorities
* Coordinate training for Legal team members and business partners on systems, tools, and processes as needed
* Manage outside counsel and legal vendors to promote efficiency, consistency, and cost containment
* Support Legal Departments annual budgeting and forecasting activities, including tracking department spend
* Assist with communications and change management for Legal initiatives, including new tools, processes, or policies, for the Legal Department and beyond

REQUIREMENTS:
* 10+ years of such in a high-growth or enterprise environment
* 5+ years of experience in Legal Operations, Legal Strategy, Management Consulting, or a related discipline
* Able to maintain productive working relationships and treat fellow employees with respect
* Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with changing priorities and work situations
* Executive communication, presentation, and multicultural communication skills
* Excellent project management and communication skills with the ability to engage across technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with changing priorities and work situations
* Executive and Multicultural communication skills
* Demonstrated success implementing legal operations frameworks at scale in a corporate, tech, or global environment
* Strong understanding of legal workflows (litigation, corporate, compliance, regulatory, contracts)
* Proven leadership in managing teams, budgets, technology rollouts, and cross-functional programs
* Excellent communication, analytical, and change-management skills
* Experience with legal technologies such as e-Billing, AI/automation, contract lifecycle management, and matter management systems

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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