Legal Operations Specialist

at  Umbra

Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity.
Our mission: Deliver global omniscience.
To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create the solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet’s most pressing needs. We’re helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.
Umbra is looking for a talented and motivated Legal Operations Specialist to join our Legal team. This individual will play a crucial role in streamlining operations and enhancing the efficiency of our group, supporting our mission to lead the industry.
The Legal Operations Specialist will report to the Vice President, Head of Legal, and collaborate across all company groups. We seek a proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable individual to help us optimize our legal operations.
Our aim is to hire this position in to work in Umbra’s Santa Barbara, CA or Arlington, VA office, in a hybrid role. However, we are open to considering Remote applicants.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, legal studies, or related field. Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in legal operations or legal project management, with a strong understanding of contract management, legal technology, and vendor management.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency with legal software and systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Scaled Agile framework.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and innovative environment.

ITAR/EAR REQUIREMENTS

This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.

• Contribute to the development and execution of the Legal group’s strategic plan, aligning it with the company’s overall business strategy.
• Provide robust support for contract management, including drafting, reviewing, tracking contracts, ensuring compliance, and managing databases.
• Oversee relationships with external legal service providers, manage their performance, and enhance cost-efficiency.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations and support the preparation of regulatory submissions.
• Lead the evaluation and implementation of legal technology solutions to streamline operations and enhance productivity while ensuring data security.
• Collaborate with the Vice President, Head of Legal, to manage the legal department’s budget, track expenses, and optimize resource allocation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of legal operations.
• Develop and maintain a centralized repository of team knowledge, including templates, guidelines, and best practices.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the legal team.
• Analyze data trends, key metrics, and KPIs to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in other projects as needed and contribute your skills where applicable.
• Perform other professional tasks as assigned.