Analyst I, Legal Operations

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our collaborative and innovative legal operations team as a Legal Operations Analyst , where you'll drive efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in legal spend management across our operating companies. In this hands-on role, you'll manage critical processes for matter administration, invoice compliance, and financial reporting, directly impacting our organization's operational integrity and cost optimization. If you're a proactive, analytical professional with a passion for leveraging technology to streamline legal operations, this is your opportunity to make a difference in a supportive, high-performing environment.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with enterprise legal matter management and e-billing systems (e.g., Legal Tracker, CounselLink, Passport, or similar)
• Familiarity with reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Knowledge of AP Oracle systems and invoice processing workflows
• Previous experience in corporate legal departments or law firm billing/coordination

Responsibilities

• Administer matter management processes and rigorously review invoices to ensure full compliance with billing guidelines
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendor timekeeper rates, maintaining precise and up-to-date records
• Prepare accurate monthly accruals and create insightful reports on legal spend trends and forecasting
• Oversee invoice batch processing and coordinate end-to-end payment workflows in collaboration with Accounts Payable and Oracle AP systems
• Provide backup support for team members and assist as needed to keep operations running smoothly

Benefits

• You'll become part of a highly engaged legal operations group that partners closely with business units to enhance accuracy, visibility, and continuous improvement in legal processes.
• We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development, offering opportunities to grow your skills in legal technology, data analytics, and operations strategy.
• Your work will have real impact, helping us optimize resources and support the organization's success.
• We're committed to building an inclusive team where diverse perspectives drive better outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed