Legal Ops Manager

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly organized and execution-driven Legal Operations Manager to oversee the processes, systems, and operational efficiency of the legal function. This role works closely with legal leadership, internal stakeholders, and external counsel to ensure smooth legal workflows, compliance tracking, and cost control in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day legal operations and workflows

• Track and coordinate contracts, compliance, and legal matters

• Implement and maintain legal processes, SOPs, and documentation

• Manage relationships with external law firms and consultants

• Oversee legal budgets, billing, and cost optimization

• Maintain contract lifecycle management and trackers

• Support audits, compliance reporting, and governance requirements

• Coordinate legal reviews across departments

• Ensure timely renewals, filings, and statutory compliances

• Improve efficiency through tools, automation, and reporting

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in legal operations, compliance, or legal project management

• Strong understanding of contract management and legal workflows

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

• Experience coordinating with internal teams and external counsel

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

• High attention to detail and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in Law, Company Secretary (CS), or Legal Operations

• Experience in startups or high-growth environments

• Familiarity with legal tech tools or CLM systems

• Knowledge of statutory and regulatory compliance (India-specific)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• High-ownership role supporting legal leadership

• Structured, process-driven work environment

• Opportunity to build and scale legal operations

• Long-term growth in legal and compliance leadership

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 02/02/2026