Legal Operations Manager

Job Description

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

Constellation Brands is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Legal Operations Systems Manager to join its Legal Department, reporting to the Director of Legal Operations.  This role involves understanding legal procedures, developing, and implementing technology solutions to enhance these procedures, and providing support and training to staff to use these technologies effectively.  Our ideal candidate is well-versed in the latest legal technologies and has a strong understanding of legal processes.  Under the leadership of the Director of Legal Operations, this individual will have the opportunity to operate independently in a dynamic environment with primary responsibility for the management and optimization of the critical technology and systems utilized by the Legal Department, including the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)system, Document Management system and other tools currently or intended to be utilized by the Legal Department.  This person will also serve as a critical resource for the entire Legal Department and will work collaboratively with Constellation’s Information Technology team. 

• This position is in our office in Rochester, NY. Candidate must have the ability to be in-office in our Rochester, NY office on a hybrid work schedule including three days per week in-office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages and optimizes all Legal Department technology systems as a product manager, in close collaboration with the Director of Legal Operations and the Information Technology Team.
• Provides technical and non-technical support for users of Constellation’s Legal Department technology systems.
• Oversees the configuration, administration, and continuous enhancements of the Legal Department’s technology systems.
• Evaluates, tests, deploys, and supports technology solutions, ensuring efficient implementation and ongoing functionality.
• Develops and supports “how-to” documentation and ongoing internal and external training related to the Legal Department technology systems in coordination with the Director of Legal Operations.
• Focuses on the continued enhancement of existing functionality of Constellation’s Legal Department technology systems, including the successful roll out of new features and tools.
• Supports the integration of Constellation’s Legal Department technology systems with other enterprise technology systems.
• Assists with ensuring technical compliance with legal requirements and regulations.
• Monitors and maintains technology performance metrics.
• Identifies emerging legal technologies for evaluation and assists with related integrations into existing systems if applicable.
• Assists with the management of external vendor relationships in support of Constellation’s Legal technology systems.
• Supports ad hoc projects within Constellation’s Legal Department.
• Stays knowledgeable of trends in the industry and brings best practices to the Legal Department.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• No supervisory responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline (computer science, IT, engineering, law, or related field).

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) or more years of proven experience working in a technology-focused role at a corporation or law firm.

• Strong understanding of legal procedures and regulations.

• Experience in administrating legal technology systems, including CLM, legal e-billing and matter management, document management, IP, e-signature, workflow and task automation, intake solutioning, etc.  
• Background leading and implementing legal department technology solutions and supporting change-management initiatives.
• Strong proficiency in training and guiding others on the use of technology tools.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Robust proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, SharePoint.
• Familiarity and experience with SAP, SAP Ariba, Concur, Webex also preferred.
• Experience with software engineering, including design, development, and configuration a plus.
• Familiarity with product centric methodology, understanding of Agile methodology/software and knowledge of Service Bar software a plus.
• Ability to develop creative technical and/or business solutions for complex problems and implement organizational or team objectives.
• Proven communication (oral and written), project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and with the ability to re-prioritize on short time frames.
• Ability to interact comfortably with executives, senior management, and legal personnel, using clear and concise verbal and written communication and excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Must be efficient, detail-oriented, and have strong organizational skills.
• Must have good judgment and act responsibly and conscientiously.
• Works independently and in a team environment.
• Dedicated to quality, reliability, and the highest professional standards in all work tasks.
• Highly productive, with the ability to maintain focus on critical goals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time, and work on a computer for extended periods.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• May require limited domestic and international travel for corporate and industry-related meetings.

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The salary range for this role is:

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.  At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.