Verdani Partners

Legal Operations Manager

Verdani Partners

part-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $42,500 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Act as a point of contact (POC) between Verdani Partners and our legal counsel
  • Collaborate closely with attorneys, essential Verdani staff, and various teams (Business Development, client advisors, COO and Ops team, HR team, HR consultant, and other strategic advisors) to address legal issues, understand and manage contract needs, and ensure favorable terms and contract accuracy
  • Review, negotiate, and manage contracts related to client services, operations, HR, and facilities, ensuring all agreements are well-structured, legally compliant, and effectively managed
  • Identify, analyze, and mitigate potential risks associated with contractual agreements, including requests to revise contract terms and conditions
  • Ensure all contracts adhere to Verdani’s legal requirements and organizational policies and monitor compliance with contractual obligations
  • Coordinate and oversee the signing process for new contracts and contract renewals, ensuring all necessary signatures are obtained and the contract is legally binding
  • Develop drafts for updated or new contract needs (e.g., MSA, PSAs, MOUs, MNDAs) and maintain an organized system for tracking status, administering, monitoring, and auditing contracts and contracts SOPs
  • Provide detailed weekly reports on contract statuses and updates
  • Advise Verdani on ways to improve content and management of contracts and terms and conditions and implement strategies to minimize legal exposure and increase efficiency and effectiveness of legal processes
  • Communicate contract-related information effectively within the organization and train employees on contract procedures and responsibilities
  • Foster positive relationships by providing exceptional contract management services
  • Contacting potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings
  • Drafting proposals for new business opportunities

Requirements

  • At least three to five years of relevant experience
  • Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • Experience in contract administration or a related role
  • Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Contract Law and Negotiation; Company Operations Law; Intellectual Property (IP) Law; Data Privacy and Security; Regulatory Compliance; Risk Management and Liability
  • Ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with client projects and services
  • Knowledge of liability issues, insurance, and indemnification clauses
  • Proficiency in creating clear, enforceable agreements
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Experience with contract management software or legal technology tools
  • Preferred certifications: Certificate as a Contract Management Associate (CCMA) or Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM)
  • Preferred sector-specific experience (e.g., commercial real estate, sustainability, sales, private equity/finance, technology)
  • Working understanding of Corporate Law and Governance; Taxation and Financial Compliance; Employment and Labor (HR) Law
  • Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organization skills
  • Ability to problem solve and exercise independent judgment
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal team members and stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and with little supervision
  • Project management skills
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Proficiency in Adobe and MS Office or equivalent (including Outlook, Excel, and Word)
  • Fluent in English communication, both oral and written
  • Applicant must be authorized to work in the United States