Legal Operations
Description
Robert Half is seeking a Legal Operations position based in Walnut Creek, CA. This candidate would be able to manage budgets for the legal department, assist with legal bills and agreements, have experience in contracts administration , public records and draft and respond to outside counsel. This is a contract to hire position and 5 days on-site.
Responsibilities
- Oversee Legal Department's budget, advising General Counsel on expenses
- Facilitate budget development, making persuasive cases for initiatives
- Review external legal bills for compliance
- Monitor budget expenditures, warning of potential cost overruns
- Adjust plans and programs to cater for new priorities
- Prepare department contracts with third party vendors
- Assist with purchasing, billing, and inventory control
- Handle public record requests, determine exemption, ensure timely response
- Redact and maintain records as required
- Maintain legal files and assist with Tort Claims
- Manage legal compliance deadlines
- Provide administrative support to General Counsel
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Legal Operations or a related field
- Advanced skills in Document Management, Billing Functions, and Calendar Management
- Experience in Claim Administration and Contract Administration is essential
- Proven ability in Project Management is required
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Management, or a relevant field is preferred
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and legal software
- Knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in legal department operations
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- A commitment to professional development and continual learning.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit
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