Legal Operations Specialist – Legal Support
Robert Half · Boston, MA · 1 mo ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
About the role
We are looking for a proactive Legal Operations Specialist – Legal Support to join a growing team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will partner closely with the Director of Operations to coordinate legal matters, oversee document-driven workflows, and help keep high-priority initiatives moving efficiently. This position is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable handling sensitive information, and motivated by working across a broad range of operational and legal support activities.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate legal and operational initiatives by working with external counsel, internal stakeholders, and the Director of Operations to keep matters progressing on schedule.
- Review contracts and vendor-related agreements to identify key terms, obligations, and deadlines.
- Monitor active matters closely, maintain organized records, and raise issues to legal professionals when risks or exceptions require further review.
- Support the development of internal capabilities by assisting with cross-functional projects that improve workflows, documentation practices, and operational execution.
- Manage document-intensive processes, ensuring materials are accurate, complete, and handled with a high level of confidentiality.
- Prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly as new needs and time-sensitive projects arise.
- Maintain clear communication with senior outside advisors and help align follow-up actions to meet business and legal timelines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in legal support, operations, or a related business environment.
- Demonstrated experience working with legal and business documentation, including contracts, vendor agreements, insurance files, account opening materials, and trust or estate records.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to track deadlines, manage competing priorities, and maintain accuracy across multiple concurrent matters.
- Confidence interacting with senior external counsel and other advisors in a clear and respectful manner.
- Solid technical proficiency and comfort using digital tools to manage documents, information, and workflow coordination.
- Proven ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative in a small team setting.
- High level of discretion and reliability when handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Interest in a hands-on role that requires flexibility, ownership, and a willingness to contribute across both legal and operational functions.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Eligible to enroll in company 401(k) plan.