Senior Specialist, Legal Operations

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Applies in-depth knowledge of legal operations, contract administration, records management, matter tracking, and legal technology platforms to support the efficient operation of the Legal Department. Manages complex legal administrative processes, coordinates cross-functional initiatives, and serves as a key resource for legal workflow optimization, compliance monitoring, and system administration. Works independently with minimal guidance and frequently partners with attorneys, compliance teams, business leaders, and external counsel to improve operational effectiveness, data integrity, and service delivery across the legal function.

Domestic - less than 20% of time

Office

Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays

Administers contract lifecycle management system and workflows, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and consistency across the enterprise.

Manages contract lifecycle management system, and document retention platforms, ensuring data accuracy and governance standards are maintained.

Coordinates contract lifecycle administration, including intake, routing, tracking, execution, storage, reporting, and training activities.

Develops and maintains legal department metrics, dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators to support decision-making and operational transparency.

Leads legal projects and department initiatives from planning through execution, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders, tracking milestones and deliverables, managing risks and dependencies, and driving enterprise awareness, adoption, and measurable operational impact.

Analyzes contracting processes and implements improvements that streamline workflows, enhance service delivery, reduce administrative burden, and drive user adoption.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Business Administration, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Public Administration, Information Management, or related field

5-7 Years Experience

Field(s) of Expertise: Legal operations, contract administration, legal support services, compliance administration, records management, or related legal/business operations functions

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Master's Degree or Juris Doctor (not required)

8-11 Years Experience

Field(s) of Expertise: Experience supporting an in-house corporate legal department in a complex, multi-state organization.

Certifications/Licenses: Certified Legal Manager (CLM),Certified Paralegal (CP),Legal Operations Professional Certification (CLOC Academy or equivalent), Project Management Professional (PMP)

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire team members: No

Analytical Skills

Business Metrics

Customer Support

Editing

Governance

Investigation

Negotiation

Resourcefulness

Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Workflow Management

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More