Legal Operations Professional
About The Position
The Legal Operations Professional supports the DePuy Synthes Legal Organization by enabling systems, processes and technology tools to operationalize vendor invoicing and payment, matter management, training and learning resources, communications, knowledge management and document archives. This role works closely with attorneys, paralegals, other legal professional associates and Information Technology and Finance functions to support operational effectiveness of the Legal Organization. The position plays a key role in improving how the Legal Organization delivers services and how it uses technology to increase output and enhance efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Legal Studies, Finance, Operations, or related field).
- 2–4 years of professional experience in legal operations, legal support, business operations, project or office management or a related function.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a private law firm, supporting a Legal department or working with legal matter management systems.
- Exposure to legal billing, budgeting, or vendor management processes.
- Familiarity with process improvement or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Comfort working with data, reports, and dashboards.
- Paralegal, Legal Operations or Project Management certifications preferred, not required.
Responsibilities
- Support day‑to‑day legal operations activities, including matter intake, tracking, and reporting.
- Assist with legal vendor and outside counsel coordination, including onboarding, documentation, and performance tracking.
- Maintain and support legal systems, databases, and tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare reports, dashboards, and analyses to support legal leadership decision‑making.
- Assist in the development and documentation of legal processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures.
- Support budgeting, invoice review, and financial tracking activities for the Legal function.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional partners (e.g., Finance, Compliance, Procurement, IT) on legal operations initiatives.
- Uphold Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and apply ethical business practices in all interactions.
Benefits
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
