Job Title: Team Lead – US Legal Operations (CLM & Paralegal Services)

Location:
lMohali, Punjab Experience Required:*l5 years total, including a minimum of 2 years in a team leadership role Department:US Legal Operations Reporting To:Manager – Legal Operations Work Schedule:Night Shift (aligned with US business hours) Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Team Lead to manage a team supporting US legal operations, with a strong focus on Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) and paralegal services. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in commercial contract management and exposure to US legal practice areas, including personal injury law, workers’ compensation, lemon law, and employment law. The role requires strong people management capabilities, an understanding of US legal processes, and the ability to drive team performance, accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in a client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities
1. Team Leadership & Supervision
- Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of legal associates handling contract drafting, review, abstraction, and negotiation support.
- Monitor team performance, establish KPIs, and ensure timely delivery of assignments while maintaining quality standards.
- Provide training, coaching, and continuous feedback to improve productivity and legal process knowledge.
- Serve as the first point of escalation for internal stakeholders and client-related queries. 2. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
- Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of commercial contracts, including drafting, redlining, review, negotiation support, execution, renewal, and termination.
- Ensure compliance with client-specific guidelines,



internal SLAs, and established legal processes.
- Support the implementation and effective use of CLM platforms such as Icertis, DocuSign, Ironclad, and LinkSquares.
- Review contract documentation to identify inconsistencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement. 3. US Legal & Paralegal Support
- Oversee paralegal-level support for US legal matters involving personal injury law, workers’ compensation, lemon law, and employment law, based on client requirements.
- Review relevant legal documents, support case preparation, and ensure adherence to client-specific procedures and applicable legal standards.
- Guide team members on document handling, case documentation, and quality requirements for US legal processes. 4. Stakeholder & Client Coordination
- Coordinate with internal departments and external clients to ensure smooth contract execution and service delivery.
- Participate in client calls, provide progress updates, and resolve operational and contract-related queries.
- Ensure transparent communication and timely escalation of issues affecting deliverables or service quality. 5. Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities for automation, template standardisation, and process optimisation within CLM and legal operations.
- Ensure SOPs, process documentation,



and knowledge repositories are accurate and up to date.
- Recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and turnaround time. 6. Risk Management & Compliance
- Identify potential legal and business risks in contracts and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Ensure contract management practices align with client requirements, company policies, and applicable legal standards.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure the secure handling of sensitive legal and contractual information. Required Skills & Qualifications
- LLB or an equivalent law degree from a recognised institution.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant legal experience, including at least 2 years in a team leadership role.
- Strong experience in Contract Lifecycle Management, covering commercial, procurement, SaaS, NDA, MSA, SOW, and related contracts.
- Relevant paralegal experience in US legal practice areas, specifically personal injury law, workers’ compensation, lemon law, and employment law.
- Experience with CLM tools such as Icertis, DocuSign, Ironclad, or LinkSquares is preferred.
- Good understanding of US legal documentation and legal support processes.
- Strong communication, contract drafting, negotiation support, and legal research skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with legal technology platforms is an advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and handle escalations.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work night shifts aligned with US business hours.

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