Legal Operations Specialist

Job Description:

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.  
We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Legal Operations Specialist and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.  This is a remote role working out of your home office.  Due to team location, we need candidates to be in EST or CST zone. We are seeking a skilled, organized, and curious Legal Operations Specialist to join our legal and administrative team supporting the company’s wholly-owned and cleared subsidiary, Progress Federal Solutions, Inc. (“PFS”). This role is critical to ensuring the operational effectiveness, compliance, and efficiency of PFS’ legal and business functions in the complex landscape of US federal and SLED contracting. As the Legal Operations Specialist for PFS, you will work closely with senior leadership, legal counsel, and business teams to develop, enhance, and support policies, processes, and systems that support the organization’s compliance, governance, and operational goals. You will be responsible for driving improvements in subsidiary governance, contract lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, and internal legal and compliance workflows—ensuring that PFS operates seamlessly within the US federal contracting environment and in a manner that is aligned with our corporate parent.

In this role, you will: 

• Serve as the legal operations lead for PFS, working under the supervision of and closely with the General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer to support management and oversight of all subsidiary governance, compliance, and risk management processes. 
• Assist in the review, development, and implementation of legal and operational policies that align with federal contracting requirements, corporate governance best practices, and business objectives. 
• Research and support optimization of PFS contract lifecycle management (CLM) and other business processes, ensuring efficient tracking, negotiation, and execution of PFS contracts and subcontracts in alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements. 
• Assist in developing metrics, setting up monitoring elements, and management of internal legal and compliance systems and processes, including document retention, policy updates, and reporting workflows. 
• Work cross-functionally with Progress and PFS finance, HR, security, and operations teams to ensure legal and regulatory alignment across all aspects of the subsidiary’s operations. 
• Support regulatory audits, contract compliance reviews, and reporting obligations under federal contracting laws and regulations. 
• Identify opportunities for process automation and operational improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce risk. 
• Assist with various PFS corporate secretarial tasks.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business teams, providing guidance on risk mitigation, compliance best practices, and contractual obligations.

Your background: 

• 2-4 years’ experience in legal operations within a government contracting environment, preferably in the software or technology industry.
• Experience and demonstrable ability to implement and improve legal and compliance processes, policies, and systems.
• Understanding of and/or experience with federal contracting regulations, subsidiary governance, and legal operations best practices.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Prior experience managing contract workflows, compliance programs, and subsidiary governance matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of AI productivity tools.

This is a unique opportunity to provide meaningful inputs and take ownership of all legal operations functions for a growing federal contracting entity and play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s operational and compliance framework. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving legal and operational excellence, we invite you to apply.

Compensation Range: $59,500 - $73,500
This position is also eligible to participate in our performance-based annual corporate bonus plan. Final base compensation is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, education, demonstrable experience, and allowance for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a robust benefits package, with details below. 

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.   

What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:  

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tuition Reimbursement program. Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance. 
• Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
• Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays. A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health. 

Apply now! 

Together, We Make Progress

Progress is an inclusive workplace where opportunities to succeed are available to everyone. As a multicultural company serving a global community, we encourage a wide range of points of view and celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Our unique combination of perspectives inspires innovation, connects us to our customers and positively affects our communities. It is only by working together and learning from each other that we make Progress. Join us!