Legal Department Processes and Projects

• Lead and manage Legal Department projects from planning through successful execution.
• Assess, implement and optimize technology solutions, including AI-powered tools, such as contracts management systems, e-signature platforms, online survey tools, reporting hotlines and other digital resources.
• Proactively identify, learn and implement digital tools to streamline and support core Legal Department functions.
• Develop, update and manage a centralized repository of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and reference materials for Legal Department staff. Serve as Legal Department records custodian.
• Oversee SharePoint sites and file libraries in compliance with records retention guidelines and promote information management best practices.
• Respond to information requests related to due diligence, proposals and legal disputes
• Leverage data analytics tools to create interactive dashboards and reports that provide actionable insights into legal department performance, contract management, and operational metrics.
• Use these insights to support data-driven decision-making and promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Conduct legal research as needed to support attorneys.
• Provide administrative support, and perform other duties as assigned to support the Legal Department.

Registrations and Governance Support

• Support country offices with registration and deregistration of legal entities and assist with subsidiary governance and corporate secretarial functions.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized records and respond promptly to requests for documents and information from in-country staff and external legal counsel.
• Support nonprofit corporate governance activities, including assisting with IRS Form 990 reporting, preparing board materials, maintaining governance records, and providing general support for board and committee operations.

Contracts Management

• Draft, review, and process routine contracts, certificates, and related legal documents.
• Maintain and update contract templates and supporting tools to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Oversee the Legal Department’s contract intake, triage, and review workflow to promote timely processing and uniform application of legal standards across all agreements.