Sr. Legal Operations Manager

Scopely

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San Francisco, CA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 137700 - 170000
Posted on: 7 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Scopely is looking for a Sr. Legal Operations Manager to join our Legal team on a hybrid basis from our Culver City or San Francisco hub. This role will own Scopelys CLM platform operations and system-level strategy serve as the internal architect and subject-matter expert for Ironclad CLM and build the infrastructure for a new knowledge management function that positions Legal for an AI-first future. Reporting to the Director Legal Operations this person will operate as a strategic partner to the commercial legal team and cross-functional business stakeholders.

This is a senior individual-contributor role designed for someone who takes full ownership of complex systems and processes with minimal direction. The right candidate does not wait for problems to surface. They anticipate friction identify patterns in data and user behavior and implement structural solutions that scale across a global organization. They bring deep Ironclad expertise strong analytical reasoning and the ability to build knowledge management infrastructure from the ground up and execute on the teams AI strategy at a fast-paced global gaming company.

What You Will Do

CLM Strategy & System Ownership

  • Own Ironclad CLM end-to-end as the internal architect and primary expert including workflow design configuration routing logic metadata governance template management integrations and repository integrity

  • Proactively monitor the Ironclad product roadmap and release cycle evaluate new features and enhancements for relevance to Scopelys contracting operations and champion adoption where they solve real business problems

  • Analyze contracting data and user behavior patterns to identify root-cause inefficiencies then design and implement structural workflow improvements that reduce recurring friction and minimize unnecessary Legal involvement

  • Translate business requirements from Legal Procurement and cross-functional partners into clear functional and scalable Ironclad workflows independently without requiring hands-on guidance or iterative correction

  • Maintain platform governance including user management permissions approval logic and data integrity ensuring the system operates reliably at scale

  • Track and report on CLM performance metrics (cycle times self-service rates routing accuracy adoption trends) defined in partnership with Legal leadership and deliver regular reporting with actionable recommendations

Knowledge Management & AI Implementation

  • Build and own the infrastructure content architecture and processes for Scopelys legal knowledge management function executing on the strategic vision established by Legal leadership to capture organize and surface institutional knowledge across the Legal department

  • Configure and maintain AI-powered tools (e.g. Leena AI or similar chatbot platforms) that leverage the knowledge management database to automate responses to recurring questions about contracts Ironclad workflows and Legal processes reducing repetitive inquiries to the legal team

  • Handle the hands-on implementation testing and ongoing optimization of AI and automation tools adopted by the Legal team based on strategic direction from Legal leadership

  • Partner with Scopelys IT team and external vendors on the technical configuration content population and rollout of AI tools selected by Legal leadership

  • Develop and execute a knowledge management implementation plan with clear milestones success metrics and a phased rollout based on the strategic roadmap set by Legal leadership

  • Stay current on emerging legal technology trends and surface relevant developments to Legal leadership to inform the teams AI and technology strategy

Documentation Training & Enablement

  • Own all Ironclad documentation training materials and enablement resources for the legal team and business users ensuring they are clear accurate and effective at driving independent self-service adoption

  • Design and deliver scalable training programs that reduce dependency on 1:1 support and equip users to navigate workflows link agreements interpret statuses and complete approval processes on their own

  • Develop structured guides walkthrough resources and in-platform instructions that target the specific areas where user confusion and support volume are highest

  • Continuously iterate on enablement materials based on user feedback support trends and behavioral data to close gaps and measurably improve the contracting experience over time

Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Serve as the primary Legal Operations partner to the commercial legal team directly supporting their contracting workflows and proactively working to reduce administrative burden on attorneys

  • Collaborate with Legal Procurement Finance InfoSec IT and other stakeholders to align contract processes resolve cross-functional workflow issues and improve the end-to-end contracting experience

  • Act as the primary point of contact for business users on contract workflow questions intake processes and system-related inquiries

  • Lead cross-functional projects related to CLM optimization process redesign and technology implementation owning timelines stakeholder alignment and rollout independently

What Were Looking For

  • 57 years of experience in legal operations with demonstrated progression in scope responsibility and independence

  • Hands-on experience administering Ironclad CLM at a similarly scaled technology or entertainment company including workflow design configuration troubleshooting and integration management; this is a requirement not a preference

  • Proven track record of independently owning a CLM platform end-to-end (system roadmap through day-to-day operations) without requiring regular oversight or direction

  • Strong analytical and systems-thinking skills with the ability to spot trends diagnose root causes of recurring issues and design structural solutions rather than one-off fixes

  • Experience building or significantly developing a knowledge management function content architecture or institutional knowledge infrastructure with an understanding of how structured knowledge bases feed AI and automation tools

  • Strong technical acumen and genuine interest in AI and automation with the ability to learn new tools quickly and become proficient in configuring and administering platforms with minimal ramp-up time

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce polished user-facing documentation training materials and workflow instructions that are clear concise and effective without requiring substantial revision

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to scope plan and execute complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders and teams with minimal oversight

  • Comfort operating with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced evolving environment; the right candidate is self-directed and proactively identifies what needs to happen next

  • Experience supporting commercial legal teams in a high-growth technology gaming or digital media company preferred

Nice to Have

  • Experience configuring or administering AI tools chatbots or automation platforms (e.g. Leena AI or similar knowledge-based AI platforms)

  • Experience managing system migrations or data consolidation projects (e.g. post-acquisition integrations)

  • Experience with legal technology platforms beyond Ironclad (e.g. e-billing matter management compliance tools)

  • A sense of humor and a passion for mobile gaming

For candidates in CA CO NJ NY and WA the annual salary range is provided addition to base pay employees may be eligible for equity bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits retirement benefits pet insurance paid holidays paid Scopely free days and unlimited paid time off. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience.

CA CO NJ NY and WA Annual Salary Range

$137700 - $170000 USD

About Scopely

Scopely is a leading video game and global interactive entertainment company home to many of the worlds most beloved and enduring experiences including two of the most successful mobile games of all-time MONOPOLY GO! and Pokémon GO along with Stumble Guys Star Trek Fleet Command MARVEL Strike Force WWE Champions the Scrabble franchise Yahtzee With Buddies and many others. Across mobile web PC and console Scopely creates develops publishes and live-operates one of the most diversified and award-winning portfolios in the games industry bringing hundreds of millions of players together through a shared love of play.

Founded in 2011 Scopely is powered by its exceptional team including thousands of world-class gamemakers around the globe a distinctive tenet-driven culture and its proprietary technology platform Playgami. Together these strengths have fueled Scopelys position as the #1 mobile games company in the U.S. and #2 globally generating more than $10 billion in lifetime revenue. Whether building global sensations like MONOPOLY GO! from the ground up or expanding through strategic acquisitions including the FoxNext GSN and Niantic games businesses Scopely consistently delivers experiences players love today and return to for years to come.

Recognized multiple times as one of the 100 Most Influential Companies in the World by TIME magazine and one of Fast Companys Worlds Most Innovative Companies and Best Workplaces for Innovators Scopely believes that video games can be a force for good creating meaningful connections vibrant communities and making life better through play.

Scopely has global operations and partners across four continents in more than a dozen countries worldwide. For more information visit: to Candidates: Scopely will never request payment or financial information during the application or hiring process. Please apply only through our official website and verify that all Talent Partner communications come from an email address ending in @.

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Employment at Scopely is based solely on a persons merit and qualifications. Scopely does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race creed color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin disability age genetic information veteran status marital status pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records consistent with applicable federal state and local law.


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Scopely is looking for a Sr. Legal Operations Manager to join our Legal team on a hybrid basis from our Culver City or San Francisco hub. This role will own Scopelys CLM platform operations and system-level strategy serve as the internal architect and subject-matter expert for Ironclad CLM and build...
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