Legal Operations Specialist at Fora

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Drafting, Contract Review, Risk Identification, Contract Lifecycle Management, Cross-Functional Support, Process Improvement, Attention To Detail, Organization, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Contract Management Tools, Negotiation, Compliance, Project Management, Legal Research, Policy Development

Industry

Travel Arrangements

Description

About Fora Fora is the modern travel agency, redefining what it means to be a travel advisor in today’s world. We’re a next-generation platform that provides a comprehensive, business-in-a-box solution—combining cutting-edge technology, personalized training, a vibrant community, and exclusive industry partnerships—all designed to empower anyone with a passion for travel to turn that passion into a thriving business. Whether you're a travel enthusiast or an experienced professional, Fora equips you with everything needed to launch and scale a successful travel advisory business, making it the ultimate way to align work with your lifestyle. At the heart of Fora is our mission: to power the next generation of travel entrepreneurs to transform their love for travel into a fulfilling full-time or part-time career, offering unparalleled flexibility, autonomy, and support. We believe that everyone, from seasoned travel professionals to first-time entrepreneurs, can build a career that’s both profitable and aligned with their passions. Our platform combines innovative technology with the human touch, offering: Best-in-class training programs to help agents develop expert knowledge, no matter their starting point. A powerful suite of tools for booking, client management, and marketing, ensuring agents can focus on delivering exceptional travel experiences. Access to an engaged community of fellow advisors, fostering collaboration, support, and shared learning. Exclusive partnerships with top travel brands, providing access to competitive rates, perks, and experiences that elevate advisors’ offerings. Since our founding in 2021 by experienced travel entrepreneurs Henley Vazquez, Jake Peters, and Evan Frank, Fora has experienced rapid growth, expanding to a team of 130+ full-time employees based in downtown New York City. Earlier this year, we announced our $60 million Series B and C investment rounds, led by Thrive Capital and Insight Partners, with participation by previous investors including Forerunner and Heartcore Capital. This funding represents a vote of confidence in the enduring power of entrepreneurship, and secures our ability to build a category-defining travel brand. We have a vision for the future that leverages the best of humans and the best of technology to create the first truly unified platform for all travel needs - from staycation to the safari. We're proud of the recognition we've received, including: LinkedIn’s Top Startups List 2024 Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2025 and 2023 Built In 2025 Best Places to Work And several "top agency" awards from our fantastic partners including Virtuoso, IHG, Four Seasons, and more Fora is a mission-driven company that believes in the power of entrepreneurship, community, and passion. As we continue to grow, we are looking for more talented and like-minded individuals to join our team - people who are excited about transforming the travel space and helping us scale our vision globally. About The Role We’re seeking a Legal Operations Specialist to support the Legal Team at Fora and accelerate our partner growth. This experienced contracts professional will manage the full contract lifecycle — from drafting to execution — partnering closely with stakeholders across the company to help streamline legal processes, and ensure that our agreements are clear, consistent, and efficient. Key Responsibilities Contract Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and revise partnership agreements and a wide range of additional commercial agreements (vendor agreements, service agreements, NDAs, SaaS/MSA, SOWs, amendments), ensuring consistency with company standards Identify risks, propose contract edits, and provide practical recommendations Maintain, update, and improve contract templates and clause libraries Contract Lifecycle Management Own the end-to-end execution process: steer contracts through internal systems and coordinate input from various teams, redlining, approvals, signatures, and archiving Manage the contract repository and build out a new contract management system Track key dates, renewal terms, obligations, and compliance requirements Build, refine, and document internal contract workflows to increase efficiency Legal Operations & Cross-Functional Support Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams (Finance, Sales & Marketing, Partners, Business Ops and Advisor Experience) on contract-related questions Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure timely deal execution Support Legal with research, compliance tasks, and special projects Help implement scalable processes and systems to support company growth Process Improvement Identify operational bottlenecks and propose improvements to workflows and documentation Create dashboards, trackers, or lightweight systems to keep deals moving efficiently Contribute to policy development, knowledge bases, and internal training materials Requirements 3–7+ years of experience in contracts administration/paralegal role in in-house corporate legal department and/or large law firm creating, reviewing or administering contracts, or a similar role Experience drafting, redlining, comparing and negotiating contracts Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Experience with contract lifecycle management tools and document management systems Excellent attention to detail and organization; able to manage cross-functional projects and multiple workflows simultaneously Strong sense of ownership with ability to anticipate needs and execute autonomously Strong written and verbal communications skills; able to interact professionally with business leaders and external partners Bachelor’s degree in a law, business, finance, or related field Authorized to work in the U.S., and available to work in person at our office in Lower Manhattan 4 days/week Strongly Preferred Paralegal certificate, coursework in business/legal studies or JD preferred Experience in a fast-paced startup or travel organization is strongly preferred. Experience managing partner onboarding or procurement workflows Experience with reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements Familiarity with privacy/security concepts (e.g., DPAs, SOC reports, compliance questionnaires) Experience building or improving processes from scratch, including by leveraging AI Compensation Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $75K–$110K + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role. Additional benefits include: Unlimited vacation Health Insurance (including an option completely covered by Fora HQ) Dental & Vision Insurance Wellhub Memberships 401k plan with company match Commuter Benefits Supplemental Life Insurance Stock Options This role is based in our beautiful New York City office (Tribeca/Fidi) with lots of natural light and great views. Our Values We’re forging our own path Fora has always been about driving change within the industry. We’re not interested in maintaining the status quo. We’re stronger together Community is our cornerstone and collective power is our strength. We believe we can all go further when we operate together, using our combined leverage to unlock better opportunities and outcomes for our advisors, partners, and travelers. We believe in technology We believe technology is an answer to some of the most fundamental challenges the travel industry faces. We believe advancements in AI, bold investments in our platforms, and a world-class data infrastructure will transform the work of our advisors and our partners, while creating better travel experiences for travelers. We’re here to serve We operate in service of our community and believe that when they’re empowered to focus on what they do best, we all win. It’s why we relentlessly advocate for our advisors and prioritize their best interest every step of the way. We mean business Fora is equal parts fun, meaningful work and serious travel business. We’re unlocking opportunities for thousands of travel entrepreneurs, delivering a stream of high-quality guests at scale for our partners, and providing a superior travel experience for our travelers. It’s a better equation for the future of our industry. -- WORK AUTHORIZATION You must have authorization to work in the United States. Fora is unable to assist applicants with obtaining work authorization. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Fora is committed to an equitable hiring process and an inclusive work environment. BIPOC and traditionally underrepresented candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We will not discriminate and will take action to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Legal Operations Specialist will manage the full contract lifecycle, from drafting to execution, while partnering closely with stakeholders to streamline legal processes. This role includes maintaining contract templates, managing the contract repository, and supporting legal with compliance tasks and special projects.