Legal Operations Specialist

Come help us herd cats!  We are growing fast.  The business is doing new things, and our teams need sound procurement and contracts guidance integrated into their decision-making processes. We need someone rooted in his/her understanding of the legal operations process who can creatively help address the issues that confront a growing tech company.  And yes, we are a tech company – not just a crafting or scrapbook company. Cricut’s Global Legal Operations Department is growing and looking for a high-performing Legal Operations Specialist to join our team.  In this role, you will report to our Director of Global Legal Operations. You will assume a wide range of responsibilities, all of which will require critical thinking, innovation, and integrity. We are looking for someone with impeccable attention to detail, high energy, strong project management skills, and a positive attitude. The primary functions of this position center around all things Legal Operations - contracts, spend, vendor due diligence, as well as alignment with procurement and often serving as the main conduit between the Legal Team and all other internal business partners. The position will require a quick learner who is willing to get in, take ownership of distinct processes, and do anything necessary to best support the various needs of our key internal business partners. Key responsibilities include Contract Management Manage Contract Review Requests for many types of contracts and agreements, including NDAs and buy-side (vendors, contractors and services).Escalate requests to the greater Legal department. Coordinate contract and document signatures using company’s preferred electronic signature softwareGenerate Reports for contract sponsors, upon request; generate monthly tracking reports and chartMonitor and follow-up on contract auto-renewals, expirations, and other key milestonesDraft contract amendments using company boilerplates Provide fly-by CLM assistance to cross-functional business partners Procurement/Vendor Management Kick-off and monitor Purchase Order (PO) submissions within company systemAssist cross-functional business partners through the PO process, serving as a designated point of contact for most PO-related inquiries including PO status and current balances Assist with Vendor Due Diligence, as requested Other support, as requested Administrative Tasks Monitor system workflows, access and inbox Other support, as requested Other Responsibilities / Areas for Growth Don’t be a jerk.  Be competent.  Be unquestionably ethical.  Have a sense of humor.  Have humility.  Work hard. Identify opportunities to improve processes, share best practices, and improve efficiency within the Legal department’s organizational structure, systems, and technologies. Build and maintain strong relationships within the Legal department and with cross-functional departments