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Posted July 24, 2026

Sr. Legal Operations Manager

Major, Lindsey & Africa
Chicago, IL Full Time
Reference: Major,Lindsey&Africa256724

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group is seeking an Interim to Permanent Sr. Legal Operations Manager for the next 3 months, with conversion to permanent.
Overview: We are seeking an Interim to Permanent Sr. Legal Operations Manager to support all legal, regulatory, and trade compliance functions within a multi-billion-dollar chemical manufacturer in the Chicagoland area.
Company: Publicly traded, global manufacturer of chemical and specialty products.
Experience: 8-10+ years of experience supporting legal teams in a cross-functional capacity, including C-Level, ELT, and Boards
Location: On-site Monday-Thursday in Northbrook, IL.

Responsibilities Include:
  Working at the direction and discretion of the Client’s Chief Legal Officer, the Sr. Legal Operations Manager shall support and manage all matters related to the legal team, regulatory, and trade compliance functions. Further responsibilities include:
 

  • Act as the point of contact for inbound and outbound matters, organizing and prioritizing activities and meetings for the Chief Legal Officer
  • Organize, compile, file, and enter minutes from Board meetings and act in the role of Corporate Secretary
  • Interface with all levels of the organization, including C-level, ELT, and Board Members
  • Work and advance all operations within the legal team, taking a hands-on proactive approach to furthering legal operations systems and functions
  • Become embedded within the organization with a proactive, doer mentality and by handling ad-hoc projects and responsibilities

Qualifications Include:
 
  • Bachelor's from an accredited University or College
  • 8-10+ years of experience supporting legal teams in a cross-functional capacity, including legal, business units (regulatory, compliance, trade, etc.), Board communications, and operations
  • Experience/familiarity with board communications, filings, and nuances
  • Experience/familiarity working within public companies is highly preferred


Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page:  https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources 
All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.
Bullhorn Job ID: 256724

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