Legal Operations Manager

Summary

Join Verdani Partners as their Legal Operations Manager, a full-time remote position offering a competitive salary ($75,000-$85,000/year) starting March 15, 2025. This role provides essential support to Operations and Business Development teams, focusing on contract management, negotiation, and risk mitigation. You will act as a liaison with legal counsel, ensuring compliance and efficient contract execution. The ideal candidate possesses strong legal knowledge, contract administration experience, and excellent communication skills. Verdani offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, flexible work arrangements, and professional development 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
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Company Operations Law
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Intellectual Property (IP) Law
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Data Privacy and Security
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Regulatory Compliance
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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, ESG 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 monthly 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
• Researching business opportunities
• Writing business proposals
• Planning and preparing presentations
• Communicating company qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate as a Contract Management Associate (CCMA) or Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM)
• Sector-specific experience (e.g., commercial real estate, sustainability, sales, private equity/finance, technology, etc.)
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Corporate Law and Governance
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Taxation and Financial Compliance
• Working understanding of contract law and legal principles, including: Employment and Labor (HR) Law
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects
• 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Extra vacation days based on tenure
• Floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Annual allowance for professional certifications, training, memberships and attending professional conferences
• Monthly internet/food stipend
• Annual equipment allowance
• Annual support allowance
• Flexible work arrangements including work from home, flexible working hours, and flexible schedules with supervisor approval
• 401K program with employer contributions