Legal Operations Manager- International Zone London, England
Job description
General information
All posting locations: London, , United Kingdom
Job Function: 12 - Legal
Date Published: 05-May-2023
Ref #: R-69690
Description & Requirements
Main Responsibilities
- Together with the General Counsel IZ- integrate all leading BU General Counsels and other Functional Counsel Leads into a high performing team- design rituals & routines for effective knowledge sharing and teamwork- through advanced systems.
- Crafting and implementing a strategy for a Legal- Ethics & Compliance- Regulatory- ESG and Government Affairs (collectively- the “IZ Legal Team”) - current headcount is 114- fully integrated team throughout the I-Zone.
- Take on responsibilities of Chief of Staff of IZ Legal Team (defined below) and- in cooperation with INTERNATIONAL Zone General Counsel- coordinate various initiatives (including professional development opportunities) and projects (such as upgrading IT-Systems and platforms) of the IZ Legal Team.
- Drive end-to-end process development and execution for better efficiency of all forms of legal operations including matter management and e-billing- legal entity management- contract management and repository.
- Prepare the legal budget on ZBB basis and ensure delivery within commitments.
- Function as the Legal ZBB package owner for the International Zone
- Work on assigned projects of strategic importance for the IZ Legal Team as identified by the Zone General Counsel.
- Provide necessary advice and support on local initiatives as identified by the IZ Legal Leads
- Drive- and continuously improve- processes for securing external legal services and handling firm and vendor performance across centrally led External Resources hitting multiple regions within IZ. This will include including optimizing firm portfolio- identifying the most effective fee arrangements for matter types- effectively tracking firm value and adherence matter-level budgets- staffing plans- and outside counsel guidelines.
- Manage invoice processing across Europe.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years legal operations experience- ideally in legal environment either in-house or law firm
- International experience preferred; required willingness to work across different time zones
- Track record of managing successful implementation of process and procedures with respect to delivering legal services
- Knowledge of process design- project management and continuously improvement models; experience with computer learning and AI
- Budget management experience
- Shown experience working with a wide variety of departments and cross-functional teams
- Thrives in an environment where you can work independently and proactively
- Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time with changing priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive personal and business information and relationships and exercise sound judgment
- Maintains operational discipline- providing timely and organized responses to inquiries and business-as-usual reporting
Professional Attributes
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Ability to Simplify
- We like to keep it simple. And to execute fast. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated- when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges.
- Analytical
- We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset.
- Project management skills
- Time management has no secrets for you. You’re organized- structured and always have an overview of all the deliverables. You know how to bring multiple projects to a successful ending within the given timeframe.
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Networking skills
- You’re able to be interesting and interested in business conversations- motivating people to want to be in your network. The stronger the network you have- the more easily you can get things done. You- highly aware of that- are constantly expending your network.
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Team player
- Achieving results is nice- but achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a team player- which means you’re sometimes a leader- sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates.
What we offer you!
- An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for you;
- A fast career track like only few other companies can match;
- A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market);
- Permanent contract: for we believe in doing big bets on people;
- Always room for new ideas; if you have an excellent idea- please let us know and we can set it in action!
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
