Legal Operations Specialist

Legal Operations Specialist

– Deel

Summary The Legal Operations Specialist supports the Legal team by driving operational excellence, automation, and cross‑functional collaboration across commercial, corporate, and employment matters. The role focuses on improving scalability and efficiency through process design, data‑driven insights, and technology‑enabled workflows.

Responsibilities

Manage and support legal operations projects across commercial, employment, and corporate matters.

Lead initiatives to automate legal and business workflows (e.g., legal intake, contract lifecycle management, approval processes, and document automation).

Design, implement, and continuously improve processes to increase scalability and efficiency within the legal function.

Track and report on key metrics to measure performance and support data‑driven decision‑making.

Develop learning and knowledge materials for the legal team and other departments to promote knowledge sharing and consistent practices.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (product, sales, support, business development, IT, finance) on legal matters and lead cross‑functional projects.

Support internal compliance and risk management initiatives and ensure legal alignment across the organization.

Build and maintain partnerships with law firms, accounting firms, insurance funds, and other relevant partners.

Qualifications

Operations background or a BA in a business field.

1–2 years of experience in an operational setting (legal experience not required).

Strong knowledge and interest in corporate, employment, and/or commercial law (paralegal experience is a plus).

Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn and grow professionally.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Fluent in English; other European or Asian languages are a plus.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Total Rewards Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Benefits & Perks

Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location.

Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country.

The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement Deel is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and actively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity, or other applicable protected characteristics.

Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via the provided link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation.

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