Legal Operations Manager

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Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to assume a newly created Legal Operations Manager role responsible for establishing the Company’s legal operations function, including development of foundational workflows, policies, and standard operating procedures.

This role will provide comprehensive legal, compliance, risk management, and executive support. This position serves as a trusted partner to leadership, supporting contract administration, regulatory compliance, insurance and claims management, corporate governance, and real estate planning initiatives.

This is a highly visible, detail‑driven role ideal for a proactive professional who operates as the stand‑alone, in‑house resource working at the intersection of legal, operational, and executive decision‑making.

• Design and implement foundational workflows, policies, and standard operating procedures to establish the Company’s legal operations function and improve efficiency.
• Perform risk assessments, identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Partner with executive leadership on governance‑related initiatives and special projects, balancing legal risk management with practical business judgment and relationship‑driven decision‑making.
• Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, reflecting the company’s long‑term and value‑based approach.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, professionalism and discretion while handling sensitive executive leadership and legal information.
• Serve as the internal “gatekeeper” for Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Sub‑contractors and vendor contracts, ensuring appropriate protections are in place before business commitments are finalized.
• Establish and maintain processes for matter management, contract lifecycle management, and document retention.
• Review and manage company agreements, including customer, vendor, and partner contracts, identifying risks and escalating as appropriate.
• Manage relationships with outside legal counsel, including engagement coordination, matter tracking, and review and oversight of legal billing.
• Assist with regulatory and compliance matters, including monitoring deadlines, supporting organizational compliance programs (CMMC and others), and preparing related documentation.
• Administer the Company’s business insurance programs, including renewal coordination with brokers, outside counsel, and internal teams, and oversight of policies, certificates of insurance, and endorsements.
• Oversee claims‑related activities by preparing claim notices, gathering supporting documentation, and serving as a liaison with insurers, brokers, and internal teams.
• Support facility planning initiatives, review and summarize commercial leases and real‑estate‑related agreements and assist with due diligence for potential real estate transactions.

• Perform related duties as required

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

• A minimum of seven years of progressive experience in legal operations.
• Background in a corporate setting is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, entity management and transaction support
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Exceptionally Detail‑Oriented
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  Demonstrates a high level of precision and judgment, identifying conflicting indemnity provisions, missing insurance endorsements, and nuanced contractual risks before they impact executive decision‑making or business operations.
• Technically Savvy
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  Confidently reviews and interprets technical…