Legal Operations Coordinator
The Legal Operations Coordinator (LOC) will support the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal department by managing day-to-day operations; implementing tools and processes; and providing administrative and project management support. This role is critical to streamlining workflows; maintaining legal technology systems; and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The LOC reports to the Legal Services Manager and the General Counsel. There will be moderate supervision by the Legal Services Manager and the General Counsel. To be successful; the LOC must be a self-starter; organized; and willing to "dive in" to this fast-paced position.
In addition; the LOC will have some involvement in processing and tracking legal services and other departmental invoices and expenses as well as assisting with administrative tasks as needed; including scheduling department matters and submitting expense reports.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Work Experience
1-3 years of experience in legal operations; administrative; finance; or project coordination role.
Experience in operations or law firm management; preferably in the healthcare industry is a plus but not required.
Paralegal or Project Management experience a plus
Required Licenses / Certifications
Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities
Highly proficient in various business software and applications (MS Office; Adobe; Powerpoint; DocuSign; etc.)
Basic knowledge of legal billing or finance practices
Excellent communicator (written and verbal); transparent and open to feedback
Highly organized; customer focused; innovative and a strong attention to detail
Ability to thrive independently in a fast paced; energetic environment and prioritize at times of high-volume with good judgment and problem solving capabilities
May require additional specialized training which will be provided
Legal Coordinator • Houston, TX, US