Legal Operations Manager

About First Gen Law

First Gen Law isn’t a typical law firm. With diverse professional backgrounds, we understand the real—messy—world, and provide advice for navigating it. FGL’s clients always come first. We’re interested in human relationships and prioritize client outcomes over our income. We have a diverse slate of U.S. and international clients. Like us, they tend to work and think outside of the box. Our founders are proud first-generation Americans and first-generation lawyers. That uniquely “first-gen” ethos—the energy, optimism, and openness—influences everything we do.

First Gen Law is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer, and consider all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran's status (including protected veterans), sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected class. We are based in New York City, with offices in Washington, DC, Miami and CDMX.

What We’re Looking For

FGL is searching for a Legal Operations Manager to act as a linchpin in our innovative and creative legal firm. This role is ideally suited for an individual with the Working Genius of Discernment and Tenacity, capable of navigating and enhancing the firm’s day-to-day operations. Your critical thinking and persistence will ensure our operational activities align with the firm's innovative spirit and dedication to serving the entrepreneurial community.

The Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and continuously refine operational processes to bolster efficiency and adaptability, true to our innovative ethos.
• Coordinate daily operational tasks, ensuring they are in sync with strategic goals while preserving our boutique service quality.
• Assist the Partners in developing and executing growth strategies and hiring initiatives to support the firm's dynamic expansion.
• Utilize a discerning eye to evaluate operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Foster an environment where partners can dedicate themselves to strategic thinking and legal excellence by managing the operational intricacies that facilitate their focus.
• Managing AP/AR employees, overseeing Marketing, PR and other vendors.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Law, or a related field, with a preference for candidates who have further education or certifications in operations management.
• A minimum of 3 years in a Legal Operations or similar role within a progressive legal or professional services environment.
• Experience in Legal Operations with a demonstrated ability to apply discernment to streamline processes and resolve complex operational issues.
• Tenacity in managing projects from conception through to successful implementation.
• Comfort with leveraging technology to manage a distributed team across various jurisdictions.
• Exceptional communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset that thrives in a virtual, innovative work setting.
• Experiencing in managing the AP/AR team, overseeing Marketing, Public Relations and various other vendors.
• Experience coordinating and teaming with the Director of Operations HR in a law firm or professional service firm.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of the value you bring to our team.
• A role within a firm that is not only at the forefront of legal innovation but also deeply committed to its people and their professional growth.
• An environment that values your geniuses and competencies, providing a platform for you to excel and make a significant impact.

If you are interested in joining FGL, please send your resume along with your cover letter letting us know why you are the perfect fit.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Work Location: Remote