Operations Legal Manager

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Job description

Job Description

Job Summary about the area and the role:

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS) is a worldwide leader in water recovery, treatment, and reuse. We design and supply a range of water systems, from food and beverage applications, to municipal water, to microelectronics ultrapure water and heavy industrial wastewater treatment. We serve more than 50,000 customers worldwide and treat more than 11 million cubic meters of water every day. We simply aim to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation across the world.

At VWTS, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We are an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Summary of the Job

The Legal Operations Manager will play a critical role in optimizing the Legal Department's

operations, implementing technology solutions, managing projects, and improving overall efficiency. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership and project management skills, capable of fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Key Characteristics

Strong communication, influence and negotiation skills

Strong project management

Budget management

Duties & Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Collect, analyze, and report on key metrics to support decision making

Enhance data analytics and reporting capabilities to improve decision making for the legal team

Develop and maintain information dashboards for the General Counsel and leadership team

Project & Change Management:

Manage Legal Department projects and initiatives

Serve as subject matter expert in records retention cycle projects with a focus on corporate risk, corporate obligations, legal hold, and data preservation

Define and drive strategic and operational initiatives with on-time and on-budget results

Develop and implement efficient legal workflows and processes. Identify areas for improvement within the Legal Department and provide solutions

Organize and create standard operating procedures. Coordinate the drafting of internal guides, resources, and template documents

Technology and Tools:

Evaluate, implement, and manage legal technology solutions (e.g., matter management, contract management, document management systems)

Provide training and support to team members on technology tools

Financial Management:

Assist in the development and management of the Legal Department's budget

Monitor spend and analyze cost data to find opportunities for savings

Vendor Management:

Oversee relationships with outside counsel and other legal service providers

Negotiate terms and rates with vendors, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness

Team Collaboration:

Collaborate with other departments, such as Finance, IT, and HR, to ensure cohesive support for legal operations

Provide support and guidance to legal team members on operational issues

Hard Skills:

Strong understanding of legal department operations, including contract management, e-billing, and legal spend management

Proficiency with legal technology tools and software

Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects

simultaneously.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated ability to drive change and improve processes

Soft Skills:

Experience in working in different cultures and environments

Ability to navigate a matrixed organization in a global environment

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

A multi-tasker and project manager - able to set priorities and manage competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment

Ability to contribute to the Legal Department as a team player

Strong presentation and negotiation skills, with ability to influence and persuade in decision making processes both internally and externally

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