Legal Operations Manager

Location: BELFAST ARNOTT HOUSE, United Kingdom

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Job Title: Legal Operations Manager
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Reports To: General Counsel & Compliance Officer

About Thales Cyber Security Products (CSP)

Thales CSP is a global leader in cybersecurity, helping the most trusted companies and organizations around the world protect critical applications, sensitive data, and identities anywhere at scale. Through our innovative services and integrated platforms, Thales helps customers achieve better visibility of risks, defend against cyber threats, close compliance gaps, and deliver trusted digital experiences for billions of consumers every day.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Operations Manager. This is an important role supporting the General Counsel & Compliance Officer directly to enable the Thales CSP legal function to operate successfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with legal counsel and business stakeholders to develop scalable processes and tools that increase productivity and reduce risk.

• Coordinate cross-functional projects involving legal, compliance, product management, operations and sales teams.

• Serve as a point of contact for external vendors related to legal technology, e-discovery, and outside counsel management.

• Train and support legal and business teams on legal tools and best practices.

• Manage budgets, forecasts, and legal vendor relationships to ensure cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in legal operations, ideally within technology, cyber security, or related industries.

• Strong knowledge of contract management and legal technologies (e.g., Linksquares and LawVu, or similar).

• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.

• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants must have a valid work permit in the UK.

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In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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