Legal Operations Associate
Company: Foundation of the NIH
Location: Rockville
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: The Foundation for the National
Institutes of Health (FNIH) connects the world's leading public and
private organizations to accelerate biomedical breakthroughs for
patients. The FNIH brings together leading scientist to navigate
and solve complex human health problems and advance development of
new therapies, diagnostics, and potential cures; advance global
health and equity in care; and celebrate and train the next
generation of scientists.Established by Congress in 1990 to support
the mission of the NIH, the FNIH is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3)
charitable organization. For more information about the FNIH,
please visit fnih.org. EOE STATEMENT: The FNIH is an equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The
FNIH celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees. The FNIH seeks a Legal Operations
Associate to join and support its legal team. This role will be key
in implementing and maintaining the legal team's policies and
processes to support the day-to-day efficiency and effectiveness of
the team. The ideal candidate must be client service-focused and
detail-oriented. Work will be conducted under the supervision of
the Assistant General Counsel and in close collaboration with the
Legal Operations Manager.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSManage the processing
of a high volume of agreements and other requests for legal
support, from initial intake through execution.Maintain the
organization, storage, and retrieval of all fully executed
agreements, including data entry into FNIH's contract management
system, Agiloft.Maintain and update legal team processes,
procedures, and forms to enhance team efficiency, effectiveness,
and service. Collaborate with legal team members to find
opportunities for improvement.Train new employees on legal team
processes and collaborate with other teams to ensure smooth
implementation of new processes.Triage requests for legal support
and communicate effectively with internal clients regarding process
and timelines.Organize and manage knowledge resources and legal
team files to maximize accessibility and utility.Develop
proficiency in the FNIH's technology systems; assist with the
implementation and management of new systems and software.Support
the legal team with other initiatives and projects to ensure timely
completion, by organizing and scheduling meetings, tracking
progress, and executing deliverables where applicable. Communicate
any issues that may interfere with progress or affect
timelines.Provide other day-to-day operational and administrative
support for the legal team.Perform additional duties as requested.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS B.A. or
B.S. required. 2-3 years of professional work experience required.
High level of initiative and resourcefulness, with a proactive
approach to recognizing needs and anticipating issues. Exemplary
team player with sound judgment. Excellent written and oral
communication and interpersonal skills, including discretion and
tact; ability to communicate concisely and clearly with a variety
of audiences. Responsive and committed to providing positive client
service. Exceptional attention to detail and well organized.
Technology-savvy: highly skilled in all Microsoft Office
applications; experience with e-signature platforms (such as
DocuSign); familiarity with contract management and/or project
management software systems (such as Smartsheet) a plus. Ability to
prioritize, work efficiently, complete tasks on time, and show
adaptability as workloads and priorities fluctuate in a fast-paced
environment. Interest in the mission of the NIH and the FNIH.
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time LOCATION: FNIH (Hybrid)
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Keywords: Foundation of the NIH, North Bethesda , Legal Operations Associate, Legal , Rockville, Maryland
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