Legal Operations Associate

Who is Forcepoint?

Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint's all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20+ years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k+ customers. 300+ patents. If our mission excites you, you're in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we're missing is you!

Forcepoint seeks a curious, detail-oriented, and technically proficient Legal Operations Analyst to join our Legal Department. This is a hybrid, strategic role that bridges legal and compliance functions and workstreams with modern automation and AI governance. The successful candidate will support global legal and compliance initiatives throughout the company to streamline and enhance operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.

Primary Responsibilities

Legal Operational Process and Program Automation, Implementation, and Administration

• Leverage available technologies, including Claude, Harvey, and Microsoft Power Automate, Power Apps, and SharePoint, to help implement, administer, and optimize legal operational programs and automated workflows that enhance governance processes, improve efficiency, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., trade, data protection, and AI governance)
• Support the integration and management of automated and AI-assisted tools, systems, and processes to enhance internal legal operations

General Legal Team Support

• Collaborate with internal business teams, including IT, Information Security, Procurement, and Revenue Operations to identify opportunities for enhanced legal support
• Manage and partner in the evolution of legal and compliance policies, procedures, and training materials
• Support legal and business teams with compliance related questionnaires, regulatory inquiries, and commercial contracts

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Familiarity with process automation, workflow design, or business process improvement
• Strong technical, analytical, written, and communication skills
• Familiarity with MS 365 (including SharePoint, Power Automate, and Power Apps) and generative AI capabilities (including Claude and Harvey)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with existing and emerging regulatory frameworks and regulations, including data protection and AI governance
• Experience with Salesforce, data management systems, and other compliance tools
• Familiarity with common commercial contracts, including NDAs, SOWs, and Order Forms

Core Competencies

• Technical acumen: Ability to learn and work with automation tools and data systems
• Process improvement experience: Mindset for identifying inefficiencies and designing automated, scalable compliance solutions
• Attention to detail: Meticulous in documentation, record-keeping, and compliance verification
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and build consensus
• Communication: Clear articulation of complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work in a hybrid/remote environment with occasional in-office requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility; Fully remote possible depending on candidate
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunity to shape emerging compliance areas and drive automation initiatives
• Collaborative environment with legal, business, and technical teams

Don't meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don't meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace - so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.

The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Forcepoint is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company's career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to recruiting@forcepoint.com.

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