What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Operations Assistant position at FullBloom?
We are seeking a Legal Operations Assistant to join our team. This role with support
Fullbloom in managing and optimizing the company's legal operations platforms, and ensuring compliance with legal and business policies.
Responsibilities/Core Functions:
- Operate and manage company legal operations platforms to enhance efficiency and compliance.
- Oversee and coordinate the negotiation, approval, and execution of customer contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and business policies.
- Provide guidance and strategic recommendations on contract terms to internal stakeholders.
- Assist operators and administrators in submitting customer contract requests, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
- Exercise independent judgment in evaluating contract risks, advising on compliance issues, and making strategic recommendations to mitigate potential liabilities.
- Review and revise contract management documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal standards.
- Facilitate conference calls or meetings with internal and external parties to negotiate and finalize contract terms.
- Research and respond to contract inquiries, interpreting contractual obligations and providing solutions to ensure regulatory and business compliance.
- Develop and implement best practices for contract lifecycle management to improve operational efficiency.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners to support business objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in legal practice, contract administration, or legal operations.
- Proven ability to analyze and negotiate contracts independently, exercising sound judgment and discretion.
- High level of initiative and leadership skills.
- Ability to handle complex, difficult, or escalated issues with minimal supervision.
- Excellent organizational aptitude and high attention to detail.
- Demonstrates responsiveness and a sense of urgency when dealing with internal and external clients.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience with contract management, document management, or matter management platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with intermediate to advanced knowledge of Word.
- Adobe Acrobat DC experience a plus.
