Sr Legal Operations Specialist

<b> Overview </b><br><br>Weatherford is the leading wellbore and production solutions company. Operating in more than 75 countries, the Company answers the challenges of the energy industry with its global talent network of approximately 17,000 team members and 380 operating locations, which include service, research and development, training, and manufacturing facilities. Visit weatherford.com for more information or connect on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , or YouTube . <br><br>We're looking to the future with a clear vision and a strong mission. <br><br>Our goal is to address the headwinds facing the industry, revolutionize the oilfield with digital technology, integrated solutions, and world-class talent. <br><br>We accept every challenge for the benefit of our Company, our industry, and the world. Our technology leadership delivers solutions that rise to every occasion, supply the best outcomes in each operation, and give power to all customers. <br><br>Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for on-going training and career development. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - Priority Referral Requested. <br><br>Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/ Minorities/ Veterans/Disabled and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. <br><br><b> Responsibilities </b><br><br>Partners closely with members of the legal and compliance teams as well as with organizational stakeholders outside of the Legal Department (e.g. IT and HR) and with external partners (e.g. consultants and/or technology suppliers) to design, develop and implement legal operations solutions. Supports process optimization and technology implementation projects across Legal and Compliance to improve efficiency, reduce cost and improve service delivery. <br><br><b> <b> Key Responsibilities </b> </b><br><ul><li> Project manages formatting, publishing, translation, user assignment, communication process of: 1) governance documents (policies, business practices, and guidance documents) issued by the Legal Department, 2) accompanying electronic acknowledgments and 3) accompanying training courses. Manages ongoing generation and distribution of assignment completions reports. </li><li> Builds out and/or project manages buildout of new SharePoint sites to store guidance documents issued by the Legal Department, including project managing the process to transition documents from legacy sites, tagging/adding metadata to files and creating security groups. </li><li> Facilitates and participates in Practice Group meetings and interviews internal customers (practice leads, attorneys, paralegals, and other partners) to capture, synthesize and prioritize requirements for solution design, development and implementation. </li><li> Supports legal operations team in creating and presenting legal solution proposals and business plans to legal leadership and in managing the design, development and implementation of </li><li> Works closely with law department clients to coordinate major schedules, project budgets, project milestones, and project deliverables. Evaluates the resources needed to accomplish the objectives within the agreed timeframe and establishes the staffing plan for each project, using a combination of internal and supplier expertise. Conducts operational meetings throughout the course of a project to provide feedback and get input from key stakeholders. </li><li> Prioritizes programs and projects based on business needs, Legal Department needs, resource capacity, risk exposure and </li><li> Uses communication skills to build commitment to the projects and negotiate compromises, and resolve conflicts, as needed. </li><li> Ensures Practice Groups are supported with technology to allow the mostefficient and effective legal services, proper controls, and client </li><li> Monitors efficient/effective use of technology, including identifying and evaluating emerging technology and makes recommendations regarding tools and systems reflecting best practices/latest </li><li> Creates and analyzes dashboards and data analytics to evaluate process efficiency and identify areas for optimization. Works collaboratively with Practice Group leaders to ensure they have the right data and application configurations to facilitate evaluation. </li></ul> <br><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br><b> <b> Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities </b> </b><br><ul><li> Proficiency with technologies used by legal departments such as document management, automation, workflow management, knowledge management, and reporting and analytics. </li><li> Ability to quickly learn new tools to keep up with rapidly changing legal tech environment. </li><li> Advanced knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook and Visio </li><li> Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint (including site design, organization and permissions management) and Teams. </li><li> Strong project management skills and ability to navigate and resolve diverse and complex issues in imaginative and effective ways. Able to manage multiple concurrent projects. </li><li> Strong requirements identification; process mapping, documentation and optimization skills. </li><li> Ability to deeply comprehend business problems from legal Practice Groups, develop priorities, and recognize opportunities for process improvement. </li><li> Strong leadership, collaboration, communication, interpersonal, analytical/problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. </li><li> Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and contribute meaningfully to strategic planning initiatives. </li><li> Ability to influence outcomes when identifying/assessing innovative opportunities, presenting plans, and building support for process improvement. </li><li> Ability to build strong relationships, working with cross-functional teams and technical resources across many levels of the organization. </li><li> Ability to communicate professionally, clearly, and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Skilled at translating complex ideas into clear, high impact communication. </li></ul><br><b> <b> Education & Experience </b> </b><br><ul><li> Bachelor's Degree in business administration, information technology, organizational development or another relevant discipline. </li><li> 5+ years of experience successfully applying technology to improve efficiency and service delivery, including 2+ years managing technology solution implementation and/or business process improvement projects. </li><li> Knowledge and experience with Compliance Programs preferred </li></ul>